Hearing Blog

Hearing loss is not just a mere inconvenience… it is a significant health issue. Hearing loss can actually affect every aspect of your life. Correcting your hearing lossand wearing hearing aids will of course give you better hearing and communication abilities. Wearing appropriately fitting hearing aids are directly linked to better physical, mental and emotional […]

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Hearing aid ratings may mislead you. Every few years publications like Consumer Reports™ rate many many things. Hearing aids are one of them. Recently, We have had many people show us the latest survey. While the surveys’ are meant to help and educate.. missing data can also be misleading. It is important to know what […]

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Hearing loss often develops gradually; thus, so many people simply ignore the cues or adapt to the loss without actually realizing it. However; identifying and correcting your hearing loss early on can drastically improve your quality of life, protect your health and keep you engaged with others. Early intervention provides better communication with those who […]

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It’s no secret that balance plays an important role in our ability to perform daily activities. And as we age, it becomes even more critical to monitor our balance to maintain not only our autonomy—but also our physical safety.    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 4 older adults report falling each […]

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Have you ever noticed that if something happens to our body that we are able to just “adapt?” If you hurt your knee then your hip and ankle help you to walk and to shift the pain. If you hurt your wrist then your fingers might have to hold a pen a little differently to […]

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Recently I had a patient in our office and we were talking about hearing care in general and the extent in which we can program and fine-tune for changes in hearing needs. She relayed that she thought it was amazing all the things that we actually did during a simple “cleaning appointment” at our office. […]

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We’d all love nothing more than to maintain our safety and independence as we grow older, right? But today’s hearing fact proves that things like staying fit, getting our vision checked, or seeing a physician annually—while highly recommended—may not be enough when it comes to supporting our physical well-being into the future. Our hearing health, […]

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Ear pain is often caused by a respiratory infection. Allergies can sometimes lead to a sinus infection. As the sinus’s drain the fluid can getstuck in the middle ear and not flow down the Eustachian tube. Fluid build up against the back side of the ear drum puts pressure on the eardrumwhich causes inflammation and […]

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Many people ask themselves that very question. The medical name is Tinnitus. Some say “Tin-nite-us” while others pronounce it “Tinni-Tus”. Both are correct. Usually Ear, Nose & Throat doctors will use the “Tinni-Tus” version. Tomaatooo — Tomauto! Either way it is an annoying sound that is in your head. It can be many things; a […]

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Once upon a time, people with hearing loss had a lot of difficulty hearing in public places that were important to their lives, such as airports, conference centers, theaters, and places of worship. Whether you attended a lecture or religious service, for example, you may have felt that the voice of the speaker at the […]

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Several months ago I had a patient at my office and I was asked how do you attack tinnitus? Tinnitus is defined as a variety of different noises that are heard inside your head. It may be a ringing, roaring, rushing, chirping, clicking, and even music or voices. It can be minimal or it can […]

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          Communication is a two-way street.  When we carry on a conversation it is important to be aware of what we say and how we say it. Often what a person is trying to convey is misunderstood.  Understanding is in the recipients perception of what is said.  Many things can influence a person’s understanding.            […]

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          It is well known that hearing loss can occur when the blood flow to the inner ear is compromised.  If the vascular supply to the cochlear is reduced then inflammation can occur and thus lead to a hearing loss.   Different problems with our health can lead to an issue with proper blood flow.  Diabetes […]

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Whether you are planning your tropical escape from winter or have a business trip approaching, your hearing aids are still one of your best companions for getting the most out of your travels. Any time, any place. Learn more as we show you how to maintain your best hearing with minimal fuss on your journey—thanks […]

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If you have been keeping up with the latest research on hearing loss, you are likely aware of the strong connection between hearing health and brain health. You may understand that treating your hearing loss now instead of down the track has been proven to reduce your risk of cognitive decline—by nearly half. In fact, hearing loss […]

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Hearing aids are an investment in your overall health and quality of life. They help to enhance your everyday by ensuring you don’t miss out on important moments, enabling you to remain social and active, helping you stay safe and alert, and bringing you the joy of hearing your favorite sounds, music, and people. All […]

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Wintertime—especially if you live in a place where it gets bitterly cold—can be tough on a lot of things: our automobiles, our fingers and toes, and our psyche. But it doesn’t have to be tough on our hearing aids, thanks to the latest hearing technology and some simple best practices we can follow. Here are six helpful […]

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Today’s hearing fact is another important reminder of how common hearing loss is as we grow older. But despite its prevalence, did you know that only 29% of people aged 71 and older wear hearing aids? While the reasons people choose not to treat their hearing loss can range from not recognizing the condition to conceding […]

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It’s a time when we celebrate the positive aspects of growing older. And believe it or not, there are lots—everything from gaining a greater acceptance of ourselves to acquiring wisdom from our life experiences. What does healthy aging mean to you? Interestingly enough, more than 21,000 adults aged 55 and older were surveyed with that very question last […]

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year—that’s over 14 million people. Unfortunately, the likelihood of falls increases as we get older, and one common contributor may surprise you—untreated hearing loss. Yes, you read that correctly: Studies prove that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of falls […]

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