Noise exposure is one of the most common occupational hazards in construction. The constant barrage of noise can cause permanent damage to your ears if you’re not careful. So, if you work in a construction environment, it’s important to know how to protect your hearing. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of Read more..
Why Is Tinnitus Louder At Night?
Experiencing worsening symptoms of tinnitus at night? Many people with tinnitus find that their symptoms get worse in the evening and early. Whether you are experiencing tinnitus short term or if you have been experiencing tinnitus for a long time, you may be wondering why our tinnitus symptoms seem to be louder at night. Read more..
What to do When Tinnitus Becomes Unbearable
When you experience tinnitus or a ringing in your ears, you are constantly feeling like you are exposed to an unidentifiable noise inside your head. Each person can experience tinnitus differently as it can be temporary or long-term. If you have been experiencing tinnitus for a long time, it might be time to visit your Read more..
Is Tinnitus a Brain Problem?
When one experiences tinnitus or ringing in the ears, it often causes the brain’s neural circuits to attempt to adapt to the loss of sensory hair cells by turning up the sensitivity to sound. What causes Tinnitus? Although, there still is no scientific answer as to why the brain creates the illusion of sound. The Read more..
What Are the First Signs of Tinnitus?
What is the primary cause of tinnitus? Prolonged exposure to loud sounds leads to tinnitus, and 90% of tinnitus sufferers have problems related to some level of noise-induced hearing loss. Tinnitus is often difficult to diagnose because it affects every person differently. You may experience buzzing, swooshing, or a ringing sound that doesn’t exist or Read more..
How Can Hearing Aids Improve Your Quality of Life?
Hearing aids are an invaluable tool for those with hearing loss. They can help you to hear better, communicate more effectively, and even improve your overall quality of life. If you’re considering getting a hearing aid, it’s important to understand how it can benefit you. Hearing aids can help in many ways, from improving communication Read more..
Ear Infection Hearing Loss Problems
Hearing loss can occur due to many different factors including heredity, excessive noise, aging, injury, or infections. The most common type of hearing loss affects the auditory nerve. This is called sensorineural hearing loss. Did you know that an ear infection can cause hearing loss? This is called conductive hearing loss. It is caused when Read more..
Hearing Loss in a Single Ear
Unilateral hearing loss also known as hearing loss in a single ear can come on suddenly or occur over time. It can be a temporary loss due to ear wax build-up, infections, or exposure to a thunderous boom. In many cases Single-Ear hearing loss is permanent, however, with the right diagnosis, it can be treated Read more..
Can Hearing Loss Cause Dementia
Aging is a natural part of life. Oftentimes, it comes with a loss of hearing. It can be frustrating to the person with hearing loss and family members. If you or your loved one are experiencing problems like dementia or confusion, it might be a hearing loss issue. It’s important to address hearing loss Read more..
The Long Term Impact of Headphones On Your Hearing
Have you ever stopped to consider whether or not your headphones or earbuds are causing any long-term damage to your hearing? While it’s probably not something most of us think about as we turn up our favorite song or listen to a popular podcast, it is something to pay attention to, especially if the volume Read more..