Over-the-Counter hearing aids may seem like a great idea, until you consider the importance of addressing your underlying hearing problem and correcting it effectively. Hearing Loss Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from some form of hearing loss. The three types of hearing loss include: Conductive hearing loss, which includes the outer or middle ear, sensorineural […]
Excess earwax can cause a host of hearing issues including dizziness, soreness, hearing loss, and more. Removing earwax can be done safely at home; keep reading to learn more. Earwax is Essential to Healthy Ears Earwax gets a bad rap for being dirty or a bother, but it is very important to the health of […]
Modern hearing aids can help you travel anywhere, attend any event, and engage with anyone–even in noisy environments! Keep reading to learn more. The Battle Between Hearing Aids and Noisy Environments Not that long ago, if you were a hearing aid wearer, avoiding loud places was part of your everyday life. No matter who was […]
Over-The-Counter hearing aids may seem like the solution to your hearing loss, but buyer beware. Keep reading to learn more about over-the-counter hearing aids. Hearing loss is something that over 15% of American adults suffer from. As we age, hearing loss becomes an inevitable reminder that the body, and its functions, wear down over time. […]
Hearing aids provide many benefits, but on a windy day, they may seem useless. Keep reading to learn more about how wind can affect hearing aids. Hearing Aids vs. Wind Ask any hearing aid wearing person what annoys them most about wearing their hearing aids outside and most will undoubtedly say, “Wind noise!”. Wind noise […]
The “right” hearing aid for you depends not only on your level of hearing loss, but more importantly on your hearing lifestyle. Keep reading to learn more! Finding the appropriate hearing aid is directly related to the level of hearing loss you’re experiencing, but determining the level of hearing aid technology you need rests in […]
Tinnitus, phantom ringing or clicking sounds that only you can hear, can be a very frustrating symptom to diagnose and treat. Keep reading to learn more. What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound is present. Many people who have tinnitus experience hearing ringing or clicking sounds, sometimes continuously and […]
Finding the perfect in-ear monitor driver is important whether you’re a musician, a sound engineer, or an audiophile. Keep reading to learn how to choose which driver is best for you. The Importance of In-Ear Monitor Drivers In-ear monitor drivers can greatly influence the way you hear the sounds coming into your ears. If you’re […]
Audiologists test for hearing loss using different frequencies, pitches, and sounds to measure a person’s hearing. Keep reading to learn more about how degrees of hearing loss are calculated. Assessing Hearing Loss If you are questioning your hearing, the best step to take is to have your hearing tested by an audiologist. A typical hearing […]
Middle ear infections, also referred to as otitis media, are the most common type of ear infection. Keep reading to learn more! Otitis Media The word “otitis” comes from Ancient Greek for “inflammation of the ear”, while the term “media” is Latin for “middle”. Otitis media, a middle ear infection, is most common in children […]
