Living with hearing loss can be difficult at times. As a hearing loss develops it slowly erodes parts of words and sentences that you can perceive, making everyday conversation between friends, family, and co-workers and source of stress and anxiety. It’s all too common that you have to ask people to repeat themselves and over time you may just defer …

Many people with hearing loss underestimate not only the toll it takes on themselves but also those around them. For the people who love and care for you, it becomes an added stress as you both struggle to communicate together day after day. You may find that you must ask people to repeat themselves or they may assume that you …

Do you ever settle down to rest at the end of the day only to be confronted by a ringing in the ears? It can be distracting, confusing, and stress-inducing even trying to understand what is happening. This ringing is the symptom of tinnitus, a phantom sound that is generated from your mind. What is Tinnitus? The U.S. Centers for …

Our military put their lives on the line to serve and protect our country, but that’s not all. They also put their ears on the line – hearing loss is widespread among military members. Many return home with severe hearing loss, unable to hear all of the sounds around them or communicate effectively with friends and family. Hearing Loss in …

Work can be noisy at times, primarily if you work in specific industries. While you might complain about it occasionally to your coworkers, it could be damaging to your ears. Twenty-two million workers are exposed to potentially damaging noise at work each year. It’s important to remember that your boss could be breaking the law if unaddressed.  Loud sounds at …

Hearing loss caused by injury to the inner ear is known as Sensorineural Hearing Loss. The inner ear, which involves delicate mechanics and neuronal connections, comprises various delicate components, the majority of which cannot repair or renew themselves if destroyed. Inner ear injuries frequently result in some degree of irreversible hearing loss. Sensorineural hearing loss is characterized by progressive, long-term …

Did you know that over 20% of the population of the United States suffers from hearing loss?  Hearing loss can result from a variety of factors, including the natural aging process and injury, disease, or infection. But Noise-induced hearing loss, or hearing loss caused by deafening noises, is one of the most common causes of hearing loss. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss …

We understand that travel can be stressful, and adding even more planning to the mix can seem excessive. However, keep in mind that a few extra minutes can help you be as prepared as possible and minimize potential hearing damage, allowing you to enjoy your journey thoroughly.  To begin, ask yourself the following questions: What is the duration of my …

Driving is one of the best ways for many senior citizens to maintain their independence. However, when driving, if you have hearing loss, you may be unnecessarily placing yourself or others in danger.  If you’re new to hearing aids, congrats on taking the first steps toward a more independent life! Hearing aids take some getting used to, but it’s critical …

When you get your new pair of hearing aids, you might be tempted to put them in at our offices and never take them out! Despite this inclination, you might find that it takes some time to adjust to your new aids. Hearing aids don’t work like eyeglasses. When you put on eyeglasses for the first time, your vision becomes …