The Role Genetics Play in Hearing Loss
There are many reasons a person may develop hearing loss, including environmental and genetic factors. Our genes are responsible for carrying instructions to our cells about how to grow and function. There are many genes that contribute to our ability to hear, but that means that if any of them mutate – or develop in…
How Do Biomarkers Help Identify Hearing Loss?
Do you feel that you have poor hearing despite passing a hearing test? This phenomenon, known as hidden hearing loss, is not well-understood by researchers or medical professionals. However, two newly discovered biomarkers of brain function may be able to help with the identification and treatment of hidden hearing loss. What Is a Biomarker? Biomarker…
Can Lost Hearing Be Restored?
Hearing loss is extremely common, affecting an estimated 48 million Americans. Few are surprised to learn that hearing loss has a significant effect on quality of life, causing trouble communicating, strained relationships, decreased earning power, feelings of loneliness, increased chance of falls and greater chance of cognitive decline. After receiving their diagnosis, many people’s first…
Are Leaf Blowers Harming Your Hearing?
With fall slowly turning into winter, almost all the leaves have made their short migration from tree branches to ground. While clearing your yard may be a nuisance, it can be made even worse if you use a gas-powered leaf blower. This is because even though you are shaving minutes off this dreaded chore, you…
Black Friday Sale
Invest in your future and don’t let outdated technology be a barrier in 2021. From November 23rd to 27th, we’re offering 20% off the price of new hearing aids if you bring in your old devices to trade in. Not only are you setting yourself up for success with state-of-the-art hearing aids, you are helping…
Six Things to Do Before Buying a Hearing Aid
The average person waits seven years before they seek help for their hearing loss. While seeking treatment as early as possible is ideal, whenever you decide to finally buy a hearing aid is the right time. Before making that purchase, there are six things you should do. Get Your Hearing Tested In order to select…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
Is Red Wine Good for Your Hearing?
We all know the old adage that a glass of red wine with dinner is good for the heart. Have you ever wondered if wine has any additional health benefits? Researchers suspect that drinking red wine may reduce and even prevent hearing loss. Benefits of Red Wine Antioxidants, a compound commonly found in red wine…
What Is High-Frequency Hearing Loss?
High-frequency hearing loss is one of the most common types of hearing loss. It can affect anyone of any age, but is most common in older adults and those frequently exposed to loud noises. Below is an overview of everything you need to know about high-frequency hearing loss. What Are the Symptoms of High-Frequency Hearing…
Your Tinnitus Questions, Answered
Tinnitus is commonly known as the sensation of hearing a ringing sound in the ears, but it affects everyone differently. For example, while ringing is the most commonly reported sound, others hear roaring, hissing, clicking, buzzing, whooshing or whistling. For some people, tinnitus is quiet, intermittent and a nuisance, but for others it is loud,…