Our ability to hear is something we often take for granted. We don’t understand the wonder of hearing until the sounds around us are taken away. Although hearing loss is generally gradual, it can sometimes be sudden. If you experience a sudden loss of hearing, a number of factors might be at play. You shouldContinue reading “Sudden Idiopathic Sensorineural Hearing Loss”
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6 Communication Strategies to Help Hearing Aid Users
Good communication habits are vital in any relationship but especially when talking to someone with hearing aids. By acting strategically about where, when, and how to communicate, friends and relatives can avoid miscommunication pitfalls and optimize their interactions. A person’s success with hearing aids can be strongly influenced by using the following six strategies: AvoidContinue reading “6 Communication Strategies to Help Hearing Aid Users”
The Who, What, Where, When and How of a Central Auditory Processing Evaluation
Who can diagnose a Central Auditory Processing Disorder? Only an Audiologist can evaluate and diagnose a Central Auditory Processing Disorder. Processing is a complex task; those with auditory processing concerns may be referred to other specialties for further evaluation. Who can be diagnosed with a Central Auditory Processing Disorder? Any person of any age canContinue reading “The Who, What, Where, When and How of a Central Auditory Processing Evaluation”
Common Deceptions About Hearing Aids and How They Limit You
“Everybody has excuses. Champions don’t use them.” Every time I hear this quotation, I am reminded of how much our mindset influences our lives. The top athletes in the world have had to overcome incredible obstacles—difficult training, severe injuries, and rough financial obligations—but they don’t carry these excuses to the Olympics. Each athlete knows thatContinue reading “Common Deceptions About Hearing Aids and How They Limit You”
Tinnitus Causes and Treatment
As an audiologist I was trained to identify, diagnose, and manage or treat disorders of the inner ear. One of the most common disorders I help treat and manage is called tinnitus. Tinnitus is commonly described by my patients as ringing or buzzing in the ears that can vary from low to high-pitched. The noiseContinue reading “Tinnitus Causes and Treatment”
Common Misconceptions About Amplification
Have you ever said the following: “Hearing aids are too expensive,” “Hearing aids are all the same” or “Hearing loss is normal for my age”? These common misconceptions are dangerous since they can cause you to ignore your hearing loss or to purchase an ineffective product. Don’t be misinformed. Even with a small budget, youContinue reading “Common Misconceptions About Amplification”
One Hearing Aid or Two
“Do I need two hearing aids, or can I get by with just one?” This question is one I hear quite frequently from patients with hearing loss in both ears. Personally, I understand their point of view: why invest in two hearing aids if one will suffice? However, as an audiologist, I know the benefitsContinue reading “One Hearing Aid or Two”
Top 4 Reasons Your Hearing Aids Whistle!
“Give a little whistle!” If you’ve ever watched Disney’s Pinnochio, you are likely familiar with the song that Jiminy Cricket sings, titled, “Give a Little Whistle.” In the movie, this whistle is a cry for help. If you wear hearing aids, chances are you have heard them whistle at some point or another. This soundContinue reading “Top 4 Reasons Your Hearing Aids Whistle!”
Features of Assistive Listening Devices
May signifies an exciting time of the year for audiologists around the world. Flowers are blooming, the air is growing warmer, and Better Speech & Hearing Month has just begun. I thought long and hard about what topic I would cover during this important month. Many people know that hearing aids improve communication and promoteContinue reading “Features of Assistive Listening Devices”
Hearing Aids of the Future
Researchers are constantly improving hearing aid performance and appeal. One of their goals is to reduce background noise to make focused listening easier. To accomplish this task, researchers have undertaken a new study investigating the use of brainwaves in improving speech understanding in noisy environments (Geirnaert et al., 2020). Hearing aids with this technology mightContinue reading “Hearing Aids of the Future”