While you may or may not have heard of a vestibular disorder, they exist and can significantly impact a person’s life. Considered to be a chronic disorder that affects a person’s balance, vestibular dysfunction can affect both the patient and their family emotionally, physically, and mentally. Balance in life is key, and this is true […]
Preventing Hearing Loss in Children
Typically a person thinks of an aging adult when they think of hearing loss since there is an association between hearing loss and aging. However, hearing loss in children happens and is more prevalent than you think. Children can be born with hearing loss in one or both ears, or it could stem from an […]
Using Acupuncture for Tinnitus Symptoms
If you often hear a clicking, buzzing, whistling, ringing, humming, whooshing, or hissing sound that no one else can hear in one or both of your ears, then there is a good chance you are experiencing tinnitus. A common condition, tinnitus roughly affects nearly 50 million Americans, according to the American Tinnitus Association. Currently, there […]
Simple Ways to Improve and Protect Your Hearing
It’s not uncommon for a person to take what they have for granted, such as the ability to see, feel, smell, and hear. Having the ability to listen to and interpret the sounds around you is a blessing, as it allows you to be fully immersed with your surrounding environment. With that in mind, you […]
How to Get a Grip on Meniere’s Disease
You may not have heard of Meniere’s disease, but it’s a condition worth knowing about. Affecting both men and women, Meniere’s disease is an inner ear condition that causes balance problems and can affect a person’s hearing. Typically, Meniere’s disease only affects one ear and can come on gradually. When a person has Meniere’s disease, […]
Replacing Hearing Aids: Is It Necessary?
It doesn’t matter if you are an existing hearing aid user or are looking into getting a pair for your first time; being educated is a crucial aspect. Hearing aids are an important investment, so knowing as much as you can help prepare you and help you get the most out of your hearing aids. […]
Extending Hearing Aid Battery Life
Hearing aids are a fantastic device, as they help extend a person’s ability to hear. While there are many upsides to hearing aids, one of the negatives about this device is the use of batteries. There’s nothing worse than your batteries dying, especially when you need them the most. Plus, buying new batteries can be […]
Is Your Child’s Hearing Diagnosis a Precursor to Another Condition?
When a child is discovered to have a hearing impairment, it can be unsettling. But in many cases, healthcare professionals can guide the parents towards the appropriate resources and assistance. However, there are cases where a hearing diagnosis turns out to be a precursor to another condition, the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). According to the […]
Spring Has Sprung: Add These Plants that Attract Songbirds to Your Yard
There’s no better way to add color and sound to your yard, and day, than attracting songbirds. Their whistling, cooing, tweeting, hooting, and chirping are bound to brighten anyone’s day. Luckily, it’s relatively simple to draw in these beautiful songbirds to your yard. There are plants that you can plant that may attract birds to […]
Hearing Friendly Easter Games to Stimulate the Senses
Stimulating your child’s senses as they develop and grow is crucial for their overall development. Young children use their perceptions to help make sense of their life experiences. It’s the way they explore their world. Overall, children learn best through play, and the same rule applies when you are looking to hone their senses. Learning […]