Celebrating Balance Awareness Week September 17th through the 23rd is Balance Awareness Week. The Vestibular Disorders Association, or VeDa, established Balance Awareness Week in 1997 to recognize vestibular disorders and conditions that affect balance. Since then, this week has been dedicated to educating and informing the public on the importance of a healthy vestibular system. […]
The Impact of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss on Different Age Groups Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is a condition in which your inner ear experiences irreversible damage as a result of exposure to high levels of noise. NIHL is a global health issue affecting people of all ages and backgrounds, including infants and elderly folks. Understanding how […]
Hearing Health Management and Occupational Noise Exposure Occupational noise exposure is a major health concern in many industrial settings. It can lead to permanent hearing loss among workers, which can have devastating effects on their health and overall quality of life. Fortunately, there are effective ways to avoid and protect against this condition. For both […]
Audiology 101: What Is Binaural Hearing? People naturally have what is called binaural hearing, or the ability to hear in both ears. At some point in life, you may lose hearing in one or both of your ears. When you lose hearing in one ear, you may think it’s okay to treat only that ear, […]
Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids and the Importance of Hearing Tests In the past, hearing aids were only available with a prescription from an audiologist. Certain types of hearing aids have now become available over the counter. Do these hearing aids work as well as prescription aids from a hearing center? Find out more about OTC hearing […]
Dangers of Q-Tips and Cotton Swabs Despite the warnings on the box, many people still use Q-tips and cotton swabs to clean their ears. While using a cotton swab to clean the outer crevices of the ears is a safe practice, using a cotton swab to clean your ear canal can be dangerous. Are Q-tips […]
The ear is the organ of hearing and balance, making it an essential part of how we navigate the world. Despite the importance of this organ, most people don’t know how hearing works. So what is hearing? Learn more about how the ear works. Parts of the Ear To understand how the ear works, we […]
Hyperacusis is a rare condition that affects one in 50,000 people, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. It causes sound sensitivity and can impact your daily life in many detrimental ways. Everything sounds louder than it is, making everyday tasks seem impossible. If you have ever asked, “why are my ears sensitive […]
Good hearing is important to people of all ages and is part of high quality of life. Hearing loss impacts about 15% of adults, with older adults accounting for a significant proportion of this number. While hearing aids are an important component of restoring excellent hearing, it is just as crucial that these devices are […]
Are you in need of hearing aids? If you aren’t sure, here are some good indications that it’s time to consider getting hearing devices: You often ask people to please repeat themselves. You can’t hear everyday sounds (such as a doorbell, telephone ring, etc.) It always seems like people are mumbling when they talk. You […]