As technology advances and “hearables” become more commonplace, one odd fact emerges: We’re putting more and more things behind or in our ears. Whether glasses, headphones, or the latest discreet behind-the-ear hearing device, the area our ears occupy is starting...
The Sound Void: How Hearing Loss Sneaks Up on You
When you come to your first appointment with us, we encourage you to bring a companion, someone who spends a lot of time with you. Why is that? Because they’re able to give us a different perspective on your hearing...
Musical Ear Syndrome
My Tinnitus Has a Melody — Is That Possible? You probably know someone who experiences tinnitus — a ringing, buzzing, pulsing, hissing, or humming with no external source. People often call it “ringing in the ears,” and it affects approximately...
Trying to Listen in a Noisy Place? Put Your Hearing Tech on the Case!
With today’s restaurants reportedly averaging noise levels of 80 decibels or higher the danger zone for noise-related hearing loss starts at 85 decibels it can be pretty tough to follow the conversation right at your table. So how can your...
Why Should You Bring a Companion?
Hearing Care Q & A Question: Why Do You Encourage Us to Bring a Companion? Answer: The simple answer is that everyone benefits, including your audiologist. Let’s unpack some of the reasons for this: Hearing loss affects your companion,...
Want to Hear Your Family and the TV? We Have an App for That!
It’s family time, your alma mater football team is killing it on the screen, and you want to hear every moment of the game while keeping up with the lively conversations in the room. What can you do? Hear from...
Hearing & Empowered: Embrace the Season With Gusto
Nothing says “Summertime, here we come!” like hitting the road, rails, trails, and friendly skies to make new memories with loved ones far and nearby. Whether having some local fun or taking a trip, here are six ways your hearing...
Hearing Loss Affects People of All Ages
When you think about eyeglasses, what do you think of? Most likely your own pair or those of loved ones. If you’re more fashion-minded, you might even think about that funky pair you saw recently on one of your favorite...
It’s a No-Brainer: Hearing Help Matters
You can bet that your body would probably respond pretty negatively to persistent lack of sleep, exercise, proper nutrition, warmth, and other necessities of life. But did you know? Missing out on sounds can affect your health, too. Auditory deprivation,...
May Is Better Hearing Month: Spring Into It With Less Noise, More Joy
Ahhh, spring! As power tools whir, ball games bloom, and concerts sprout, are your ears protected from the louder sounds of the season? Some noises pack a bigger punch than your ears should take, so for Better Hearing Month this...