Building a good relationship with your hearing health professional is just as important as the treatment itself. This relationship, rooted in trust and openness, will support you as you improve your hearing. By knowing what to expect from your practitioner in terms of ethical care, you can reduce any worries and foster a more fruitful […]
An audiologist is essential if you want to maintain your health. If you don’t visit your audiologist regularly, then you may find that you experience hearing loss without even realizing it. If you haven’t been keeping up with your audiologist appointments lately and want to do something about that or if you want to know […]
If you suspect that you have hearing loss then you should know that, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), there are three main types. Each type is caused by a different underlying factor. The three types include sensorineural hearing loss, mixed hearing loss and conductive hearing loss. If you want to learn more about […]
Hearing aids are an excellent solution if you have hearing loss, and want to improve your quality of life. With that in mind, they can help those around you. Hearing aids help you to communicate and they also aid in the relief of stress and anxiety when it comes to interacting with people as well. […]
Hearing loss is prevalent among adults, 40 million experience hearing loss. This is unsurprising, as many people expose their ears to loud noises at work or during leisurely activities. However, hearing loss is not limited to grown-ups, with research showing that three out of 1,000 children are born with it. Aside from this, 12% of […]
Did you know that a properly adjusted hearing aid can help manage tinnitus? This is crucial information if you’re dealing with hearing loss and also suffer from tinnitus. The link between hearing aids and tinnitus may seem complex, but gaining an understanding can enhance your daily life. We’re going to explore this relationship and how […]
Hearing aids are intricate pieces of technology that have a tremendous impact on the lives of those who depend on them. However, like all electronic devices, their performance and lifespan are heavily influenced by how they are maintained and cared for. Understanding the Components and Materials Hearing aids are made from a variety of materials, […]
If you’re one of the millions of people in the United States who has hearing loss, you may be wondering what it means for your day-to-day life. What are the symptoms of moderate hearing loss? How does it affect my ability to communicate with others? And most importantly, what can I do to improve my […]
Living with hearing loss can be challenging, but thanks to assistive listening devices (ALDs), it’s becoming increasingly easier to manage. These tools provide enhanced auditory experiences by focusing on sounds you want to hear, all while minimizing background noise. What are Assistive Listening Devices? ALDs are devices that amplify sound, helping you connect more effectively […]
A way of learning to live with tinnitus, tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) is a technique used by millions of people around the world. It greatly impacts their lives and makes the symptom if the underlying condition more bearable, potentially avoiding the need of hearing aids and similar devices. What exactly is TRT, and could it […]
