Misophonia: Intense Reactions to Ordinary Sounds
Hearing disorders generally involve a loss of hearing, but approximately 15 percent of people in Chelmsford must contend with a different type of disorder. These folks suffer from misophonia, a disorder that involves an intense aversion to an otherwise common sound. What is Misophonia? Chances are, you’ve never heard of misophonia before. This isn’t surprising;…
Why Two Are Better Than One in Your Audiologist’s Office
Chelmsford patients scheduled for an audiology consultation shouldn’t go alone – at least not to their first appointment. Your audiologist recommends bringing along a companion such as a spouse or other family member to help them understand the extent of your hearing loss and its effect on those closest to you. How a Companion Can…
Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline
Around one out of every five people is diagnosed with hearing loss in Chelmsford and Nashua. The problem isn’t just confined to the Northeast; some 48 million people across the country suffer from impaired hearing. Not only do these individuals have to contend with drastic lifestyle changes; they are also at risk for serious physical,…
How Do You Choose the Right Hearing Aid?
Patients who have been diagnosed with hearing loss in Chelmsford or Nashua might think choosing a hearing aid is easy. Nothing could be further from the truth! There is a seemingly limitless selection available, with enough options and features to make your head spin. Adjusting to a new life with impaired hearing is difficult enough….
The High Cost of Untreated Hearing Loss
Individuals with hearing loss in Chelmsford and Nashua pay a high price for their condition even if they aren’t treating it, according to a study conducted by a notable group of researchers from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Disparities in Out-of-Pocket Costs According to results of a large-scale study released in November, those…
How Do You Know It’s Time for Hearing Aids?
Short of not being able to hear a word anybody is saying, knowing when it’s time for hearing aids can be difficult. For many of the 48 million Americans in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and the rest of the country, hearing loss comes on so gradually they may not even be aware of a problem until…
Protect Your Hearing This Summer
Summer is now in full swing in Massachusetts. With this comes backyard BBQs, trips to the lake or ocean and lots of quality family time. But with these summer fun activities does come some risks, especially when it comes to your hearing health. Many popular summer activities can be hazardous to your ears because of…