Hearing Aids Help You Stay Independent
Approximately 8.5% of adults aged 55 to 64 have disabling hearing loss. The rate increases to 50% by the age of 75 and over. Many of the side effects of hearing loss can adversely affect your life. Adverse effects common in many cases of hearing loss include poor understanding of speech sounds, decreased background awareness,…
What Kind of Hearing Aid Technology Is Right for You?
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. The small but powerful devices help improve communication and spatial awareness, manage tinnitus symptoms and more. If you decide to begin your hearing aid treatment, you may feel overwhelmed by all the new information. There are many different hearing aid styles and…
What Are Your Hearing Loss Treatment Options?
More than 1.5 billion people (nearly 20% of the global population) live with some degree of hearing loss. If you are experiencing hearing loss, your treatment options will vary based on several factors including but not limited to: Degree of hearing loss Underlying cause Type of hearing loss Lifestyle Treating your hearing loss can help…
Great Reasons to Get Hearing Aids
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. The small but powerful devices can provide countless benefits to your life, including but not limited to: Tinnitus management Hearing protection Easier communication Reduced stress Let’s look at these benefits a little more closely to help you understand how hearing aids can…
How Can Potassium Affect Hearing Health?
Potassium is a vital nutrient that helps maintain normal fluid levels in our cells and plays a role in everything from lowering your blood pressure to keeping your bones healthy and strong. Some research has suggested that healthy levels of potassium protect your hearing health. Higher Levels of Potassium May Reduce Hearing Loss Risk A…
Can Sleep Apnea Affect Hearing?
When you think of common causes of hearing loss, the first ones to come to mind are probably loud noise exposure and aging. A lesser-known potential cause of hearing loss is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a partial or complete collapse of the upper airway during sleep. Symptoms may include but are not limited to:…
Tips For Staying at a Rental Property When You Have Hearing Loss
Summer is here, and that means it’s vacation time! When traveling, many of us opt to rent a home or apartment as opposed to staying in a hotel. If you have hearing loss, there are a few extra steps you should take to make sure your home rental goes smoothly, and you can enjoy your…
What To Know About Temporary Threshold Shift
Muffled hearing, a sense of fullness in ears or a ringing sound after experiencing loud noises can all be signs of temporary threshold shift (TTS). TTS refers to temporary hearing loss after exposure to loud noises. Though the condition is temporary, repeated TTS can be problematic to your hearing health. Continue reading to learn about…
How To Enjoy Music Without Risking Hearing Loss
Whether you’re trying to pump yourself up for the gym or relax before bed, you may turn to music to set the mood. Listening to music has many benefits, but it’s important to do so in a way that is safe. We review how loud sounds damage hearing and how to listen safely through headphones…
Tips For Traveling in a Tour Group When You Have Hearing Loss
We’re in the heart of spring with summer right around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to plan a vacation! Guided tour groups are one great way to explore and learn more about new destinations. However, if you have hearing loss, you may be a bit nervous about missing a lot of the…