Any time a hearing aid wearer tries to listen to a speaker in a crowded location, the levels of background noise can easily become daunting. Large, open areas such as audotoriums, places of worship, concert halls and movie theaters can be particularly troublesome. Fortunately, hearing loops systems provide a solution to this problem, permitting hearing […]
If you find yourself experiencing tinnitus, vertigo, and intermittent hearing loss, you could be afflicted with Meniere’s disease. Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes problems with hearing and balance. While there is no identified cure for this condition, there are steps that you can take to help reduce the impact […]
From a crowded restaurant to a busy sidewalk, you can encounter overwhelming amounts of noise almost anyplace. The problem becomes worse for people with hearing aids, which can make it nearly impossible to pick out wanted sounds from the surrounding noise. Thanks to digital noise reduction, however, many hearing aid wearers are able to block […]
With so many charities available to choose from, picking one may seem like a daunting task. You should consider where your money is going, how it is being used, and if the organization is trustworthy. Look for a large, well-known hearing health charity organization that is right for you, and join knowing you are helping […]
One of the easiest things you can do to protect your ability to hear is to wear ear plugs. These small devices are inserted into the ear to block out disruptive or damaging sounds. Shopping for ear plugs can be confusing, as there are a large variety of styles available, but with patience and a […]
Feelings of vertigo, dizziness, and loss of balance are more prevalent than most people imagine; 42 percent of the American population (ninety million people) experience this at least once during their lifetime, and for many the situation becomes chronic. Dizziness is the number 1 reason that people over the age of 75 visit doctors, and […]
Many older people experience the persistent noises of tinnitus (ringing in the ears), however few individuals realize it strikes kids too. Many children also experience the symptoms of tinnitus. Unlike adults, who can usually figure out that the noises they keep hearing are outside of the norm, children are more likely to assume that everyone […]
Unfortunately hearing loss affects numerous young ones, however the right type of hearing aid could have a very positive impact on their lives. The total number of types, attributes, and sizes can be overwhelming to a parent choosing a hearing aid for their child. There are a few styles that tend to be better suited […]
Conductive hearing loss patients have trouble hearing caused by a problem with their ear’s ability to conduct sound waves. This can happen because of a congenital absence or malformation of the ear or as a result of a blockage in the ear canal. Several forms of conductive hearing loss can be treated, allowing the patient […]
Nearly every drug – doctor prescribed or over-the-counter (OTC) – has a related list of possible side effects. Did you know certain medications can lead to hearing loss or balance problems? These sorts of medications are known as ototoxic. Ototoxic medications are drugs, whether over-the-counter or doctor-prescribed, which are harmful to the health of your […]
