Ears are crucial to our interpretation of the world, affecting everything from our ability to communicate to our balance. Deciphering sound waves into speech and language is only a small part of the role of the ear. Without the correct and healthy functioning of these obscure appendages, people could find it challenging to communicate and […]
The responsibilities of parenthood are vast and innumerable, ensuring health and happiness, teaching responsibility and respect, showing the ways and rules of society and the world. However, chief among parental responsibilities is the health and safety of your child. One of the critical aspects of that obligation is caring for your child’s ears, ensuring they […]
Most people are familiar with stuffy ears, especially during specific times of the year, like cold and allergy seasons. While ear pressure can be a nuisance, it is often quickly remediated with little to no need for surgical or prescription intervention. However, many causes can affect the outer or middle ear, requiring different treatment approaches. […]
The cold weather is here, time for winter gloves, boots, and hats. Unfortunately, spending extended periods outdoors in the cold can be detrimental to your health, and if you are not careful, you can risk long-term and possibly irreversible damage, especially to your ears. To understand the importance of ear protection, learning about cold weather […]
The cold weather brings about an influx of bacteria and germs that inevitably increase the severity and exposure to illnesses. While not a direct result of the cold, medical cases of ear infections do rise in the autumn and winter months. Many people incorrectly assume that children only need to worry about potential ear infections. […]
Your ears are meant to hear many things, but what if what you are hearing isn’t a good thing? The weird sounds that may be filling your ears could indicate that something is wrong. It may be a medical condition, or it could be one of the more natural noises your ears make. Without the […]
The temporomandibular joint is the connecting force between the temporal bones located in the skull and the jawbone. Without this crucial connection hinge, you would experience difficulty in moving your jaw from side to side and up and down. These movements are crucial to your ability to chew, talk, or yawn. Known as the TMJ, […]
Your ears are a delicate body organ and not maintaining good hygiene with your ears could lead to damage and hearing loss. However, cleaning your ears improperly can also lead to damage. People commonly turn to cotton swabs in order to clear out their ears from an earwax buildup, but these items aren’t always the […]
If you are among the millions of Americans living with hearing loss, your hearing aid helps you stay connected to those around you. Today’s digital hearing aids can amplify the sounds you want to hear and manage background noise, making it easier to interact with others. Even though there are several styles of hearing aids, […]
Your wonderful sense of hearing allows you to communicate with friends and family every day. Good hearing is especially important during the coronavirus pandemic. Whether you connect with loved ones on the phone or an app such as Zoom, you want to be able to hear everything they say clearly. If you’re experiencing issues hearing, […]