What are Common Causes of Tinnitus?
Many of us have experienced a ringing in the ears, otherwise known as tinnitus, at some point. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 10% of the U.S. adult population has experienced tinnitus lasting at least five minutes in the past year. Tinnitus is not a disease itself, but rather a…
Can Certain Foods Prevent Hearing Loss?
We all know that eating a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables has numerous health benefits. What you might not know is that one of those benefits may be a lower risk of hearing loss. How Eating Healthy Benefits Your Ears As we age, our risk of hearing loss increases. Several reasons for this…
Have You had Trouble Pairing Your Hearing Aids on iOS?
If you’ve recently updated your iPhone to iOS 15.4, you may be having issues trying to pair your hearing aids with certain applications. Several manufacturers have noted problems, and it appears to be an issue on Apple’s side. Thankfully, there is a simple way to reconnect to your device. How to Pair Your Hearing Aids…
The Link Between Smoking & Hearing Loss
You probably already know about the two most common risk factors for hearing loss: aging and noise exposure. Did you also know that, in addition to being linked to cancer, lung disease, heart disease, stroke and diabetes, smoking can also lead to hearing loss? We explore this link below. Studies Linking Smoking & Hearing Loss…
How to Thoroughly Enjoy Music with Hearing Aids
Music plays an important part in many people’s lives. Whether you prefer going to the symphony or checking out local bands at Carsons Tavern, you want your hearing aids to let you enjoy the complexity your favorite songs have to offer. The Difference Between Music and Speech Music has a much larger dynamic range than…
Oh No! You Lost Your Hearing Aid – Now What?
Your hearing aids are your line of communication to the hearing world, which is why it’s important to take good care of them and keep track of them. Unfortunately, they’re so small that they’re easy to misplace, and they’re so comfortable you may not even notice if they fall out of your ears. If you…
What are Hearing Loops and Telecoils?
Even when using hearing aids, there are some situations that can be difficult for people with hearing loss to understand or distinguish sounds. It can be particularly difficult in busy, public places with a lot of background noise. Telecoil technology can make it easier. What are Telecoils? Telecoils, also known as t-coils are small copper…
Hearing Matters at All Ages
If you’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss but don’t want to wear hearing aids because you think they’ll make you look “old” when you work out at Powerhouse Gym, you should reconsider. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, and wearing hearing aids is no different than wearing glasses, as both treat a sensory loss….
What Does an Audiologist Do?
October is National Audiology Awareness Month, so what better time to raise awareness about audiologists and what they do! What is an Audiologist and What Do They Do? An audiologist is a health care professional who specializes in hearing and balance disorders. Audiologists work in a variety of different settings including: Hospitals Private practices Universities…
Is There a Relationship Between Hearing Loss and Anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a common blood condition, affecting about five million Americans. In addition to numerous health problems associated with this deficiency, some experts suspect it may be linked with hearing loss. Understanding Iron Deficiency Anemia Anemia occurs when your blood does not have enough healthy red blood cells, which are responsible for…