As we get older, some common health problems can come about. We know that the aging process is related to limitations in vision, hearing, and mobility. Many people see an increase in aches and pains, and the joints can suffer from gout and other forms of arthritis. With these health concerns happening all at once, it’s hard to tell if …
Music lovers are among the first to seek out treatment for hearing loss once it becomes necessary. When they realize that they are hearing a reduced range of frequency, timbre, and volume in the sound they love, they are quick to make an appointment to get help. Whether they love to go to concerts, sit at home listening to records, …
Sometimes people who have hearing issues are resistant to the idea of starting to wear hearing aids. We commonly hear concerns like, “They’ll make me feel old,” or, “I won’t be able to do the things I used to.” The reality is that untreated hearing loss is what can take away our mobility and limit our activities. Hearing aids, by …
If you think hearing loss only affects older people, think again! More young people than ever are experiencing the effects of noise-induced hearing loss. While about 10% of Millennials have measurable hearing loss, 17% of Gen Z has it. This is especially concerning since Gen Z is the younger of the two generations. What Is Causing the Rise in Hearing …
With widespread vaccination reducing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are flying again, especially during the summer months. While it’s great that we can all get away for vacations again, flying can sometimes spell trouble for our ears. Wherever we’re seated on the plane, we have the same likelihood as anyone else that changes in cabin pressure could …
Summertime presents opportunities to connect with friends and family for fun in the sun, but it is not without its hazards for hearing aids! If you’re gearing up for summer activities, remember these tips to help keep your hearing aids in tip-top shape! Hearing Aids are Water-Resistant, Not Waterproof With few exceptions, hearing aids are able to withstand a little …
Are you struggling to hear people more and more and suspect you may have a hearing loss? There are a lot of misconceptions about hearing loss, but with better understanding of this serious condition we can raise awareness and help you and others know the facts about hearing loss. Here are a few common myths about hearing loss and the …
It’s common to struggle to hear what people say every now and then, but if it seems like it’s happening all the time, then it’s time to have your hearing tested. While hearing loss is permanent, the most common treatment is hearing aids. These amazing devices amplify sounds you struggle to hear, based on your individual hearing exam. How do …
One persistent myth about hearing loss is that it is mostly caused by noise. While noise-induced hearing loss is a common phenomenon and does pose a threat to many people, it is only one part of the picture. It is quite possible (and common) to experience problematic hearing loss as the result of an aggregate of causes. Noise exposure is …
It’s May again, and that means it’s Better Hearing and Speech Month! Each year, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM) to spread awareness of hearing loss and other speech-language disorders. Whether you’re concerned that you or someone you love may have hearing loss, or you just have questions about hearing loss or hearing protection, …