As we age, our bodies often begin to see many signs of wear and tear. Things can often become more difficult as we age, from working out to nights out on the town! One thing, in particular, that changes for a lot of people as they age are their ability to hear. Sounds we are Read more..
Do Hearing Aids Eventually Fail?
Like purchasing a car, you should consider the expected lifespan of your hearing aids. Today’s average life expectancy of modern hearing aids ranges from three to seven years. Hearing aids are made from a variety of materials, all of which may suffer from damage with wear and tear. Most hearing aids now contain nanocoating to Read more..
Why Is Tinnitus Louder At Night?
With over 25 million Americans suffering from tinnitus, it has become one of the most common afflictions in the country. Many people with tinnitus complain that it worsens during the nighttime hours, particularly when trying to get to sleep. But why is this? The answer, in short, is that many factors explain this phenomenon. Having Read more..
What to do When Tinnitus Becomes Unbearable
In the United States, 10% of adults suffer from tinnitus–the perception of sound without external stimuli–for longer than three months. The sound of tinnitus can range from buzzing, roaring, or hissing, and it may affect one or both ears equally, or one more so than the other. There is no disease associated with tinnitus; it Read more..
How Hearing Aids Are a Musicians Best Friend
Many of us have listened to music a bit too loud and suffered distinct ringing in the ears for a time. But what if this became a permanent problem? For many musicians, it is. Studies have shown that 40-50% of musicians experience tinnitus at least occasionally. Tinnitus usually affects around 12% of the global population, Read more..
Flying With Hearing Aids – What You Need to Know
Anyone who has ever flown on a plane knows the strenuous effect air travel can have on your ears. The rapid change in altitude affects everyone differently, but it can be a real problem for those already experiencing problems with their ears. Travel comes with various auditory pitfalls, from booming airplane engines to ear infections. Read more..
What Level of Hearing Protection Do I Need?
There are several types of hearing loss. The bad news is that the most prevalent–and non-reversible–kind of hearing loss is because of prolonged exposure to noise levels above 85 decibels. The good news is this type of hearing loss can be prevented. Exposure to loud noise kills the nerve endings in your inner ear. More Read more..
How to Tell Your Loved One They Need Hearing Aids
Many people with hearing loss know that there seems to be a stigma associated with those that wear hearing aids. But this is faulty thinking. Those with impaired vision wouldn’t consider leaving the house without their prescription glasses. However, people with impaired hearing are less likely to wear hearing aids out. About 80% of those Read more..
How to Talk to a Loved One About Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a family affair. It affects not only the individual who has it. Spouses, children, grandchildren, and even friends can be affected negatively. People around the person with hearing loss may feel sad, frustrated, or angry, as they have to continually repeat the same things. In a worst-case scenario, hearing loss can be Read more..
What a Hearing Test Can Tell You About Your Health
Black Eyed Peas star, Will.i.Am, has been told by doctors that he has a chronic condition called tinnitus. A potentially devastating blow to any musician. Tinnitus causes a constant ringing, hissing, or roaring sound in the ears that eventually leads to irreversible hearing loss. Tinnitus is relatively common in people who have hearing loss. One Read more..
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