Have you been considering hearing aids, but can’t imagine wearing one? You’re probably picturing a large, clunky hearing aid, like the one your uncle used to wear. It only helped some of the time, and it often had a lot of feedback. Modern hearing aids have improved, and are almost unrecognizable from the hearing aids of the past. As you … Read More
A Link Between Stress and Hearing Loss
Modern society is full of stressors, including career stress, parenting stress, and financial stress. All these stressors are closely linked to health problems, and can make it increasingly difficult to live a long and happy life. High levels of stress have even been linked to hearing loss. The Biological Basis of Stress Millions of Americans struggle with stress, and high … Read More
Tips for Better Hearing in Noise
Many with hearing loss know the situation well. Equipped with your hearing aids, you make plans to attend a dinner with your family and friends. The group is large enough that the crowded restaurant accommodates you at a big table. Yet, as soon as you enter the room, you can predict that problems will arise. At the outset of the … Read More
Chronic Tinnitus, Anxiety & Depression
Recall the last time you were at a very loud event. Maybe that gathering was a sporting event, a concert, a dance club, an industrial site, or simply a restaurant in which the din of voices was very loud. When you walked out of that building, what did you notice? In the first place, you probably noticed that the volume … Read More
Does Osteoporosis Cause Sudden Hearing Loss?
Osteoporosis is a medical condition that causes bones to weaken, increasing the likelihood of breakage. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, nearly 44 million people in the United States have osteoporosis or low bone mass. It is commonly known that osteoporosis becomes a health risk as older adults age but did you know that it is also linked to hearing … Read More
Improve Your Relationships by Treating Hearing Loss
Communication is the foundation of our daily lives. As technology continues to evolve, we seem to be interacting even more on social media platforms, with podcasts, streaming services etc. We may own multiple devices, video chat frequently, and binge watch our favorite T.V. show. The ability to hear and understand is critical to participating fully in these activities and in … Read More
Common Excuses for Not Buying Hearing Aids
When it comes to your hearing, there is really no reason not to take the step toward improvement. Yet, many of us find mental barriers getting in the way of seeking hearing assistance. Let’s take a look at some of the most common excuses that we can use to avoid getting the help we need. When we look at them … Read More
New Year’s Resolution: Get Your Hearing Tested
As we celebrate the New Year and the dawning of a new decade, many of us resolve to strengthen our commitment to our health, wealth and happiness. We always garner the will to commit or recommit to improving our quality of life as we balance our needs with life’s demands. With this new year, let’s continue to strengthen our resolve … Read More
Acupuncture for Hearing Loss & Tinnitus: Does it Really Work?
Many people consider acupuncture as a trendy, alternative approach for dealing with physical discomfort or pain. This is not a new form of treatment but has been around for hundreds of years. News Medical Life Sciences refers to acupuncture as both a theory and a practice that has roots in the country of China. Writings about this were found that … Read More
Hearing Aids and Artificial Intelligence
Today, we are facing more and more disadvantages that people with hearing loss face in society. People with hearing loss face several problems that make it difficult for them to live as others do in the community. First, people with hearing loss depend upon others in society to communicate clearly with others. With the inability to communicate clearly with others, … Read More