So, if they notice a deterioration in their hearing, a natural response is to ignore it for a while to see if it rectifies. The trouble is that the longer you leave an ear condition, the harder it can be to treat. So always consult a professional about hearing changes. What is a Hearing Instrument […]
Noise, aging, sickness and genetics can all contribute to gradual hearing loss. Conversations with friends and relatives can be difficult for those with hearing loss, as well as hearing doorbells and alarms. Gradual hearing loss affects one in three adults ages 65-74, and nearly half of those ages 75 and up. But some people may […]
When it comes to hearing tests, they are a great way of discovering anything that’s out of the norm with your ears. Our ears are very vulnerable, and if we’re not careful, they can easily be subjected to infection and hearing loss over time. If you’re considering a hearing test to check the health of […]
A hearing instrument specialist is another professional who works within hearing care in order to help and treat those experiencing hearing-related issues, from testing hearing to recommending, fitting and repairing hearing aids. You should always check that your local hearing instrument specialist holds the relevant certification from the National Competency Examination Board and is identified […]
Anyone who regularly attends music concerts, whether as a fan, member of staff, should consider their hearing health. Regularly being exposed to loud music can cause permanent damage to your hearing, and even just one instance of very loud noise could lead to issues. Your ears are very sensitive and can be affected by music […]
Hearing aids are a great piece of technology. They will allow you to hear effectively if your hearing has changed. With hearing aids, you can guarantee that you can hear in a wide range of different circumstances from crowded rooms to loud areas. When you are using hearing aids, it’s important to understand that they […]
A person experiencing tinnitus may hear ringing in the ears. It can also be clicking, whistling or hissing sounds. The U.S CDC estimates that about 15% of the US population experience tinnitus-which is approximately 50 million Americans. Tinnitus can be caused by underlying issues such as an ear injury, issues with the circulatory system or age. […]
Hearing loss affects over 70% of people over the age of 70 in the US. The hearing loss that occurs in age affects the tiny hairs inside the ears, and they start to die off. Of course, this doesn’t just happen in age, and it occurs with loud noises, too. One of the biggest questions […]
If you’ve never worn a hearing aid before, it can be hard to fathom how you’ll adjust. Most of us understand how hearing aids work in theory, but not in practice. It becomes more perplexing when they are set to become a part of our lives. If you are about to start wearing a hearing […]
Many Americans can experience hearing loss without having it formally diagnosed. Scheduling a routine hearing test with a hearing instrument specialist (HIS) is the first step in figuring out whether you have hearing loss. Then you can be set on a path of care with the necessary healthcare professionals. Types Of Hearing Tests There are […]
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