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 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 […]
The feeling that you have clogged ears is a common experience that can have a number of causes. Clogged ears are usually temporary, and most of the time you can resolve the problem with over-the-counter medicines or home remedies. But perhaps you are wondering, why does my ear feel clogged in the first place? It […]
Ear pressure and pain are often confused with each other, but they are two different things. While they can occur simultaneously, pressure in the ears refers to a feeling of fullness. In contrast, ear pain is a more intense sensation that can be debilitating depending on its severity. Ear pain and pressure are quite common […]
Hearing is an important sense that needs to be protected by regularly scheduling hearing tests. Some people never schedule a formal hearing test, and depend on the results of a routine check done at an annual health and wellness physical to inform them of any problems. While these checks could reveal if a problem exists, […]
Having a child with hearing issues can be a worrying and stressful experience. Fortunately, with modern hearing aid technology, it is easy for your child to enjoy an excellent quality of life with impressive hearing abilities. However, you need to identify and address the issue promptly. The sooner you deal with it, the better for […]
The ears can have a surprising impact on overall health. Many people understand that ear and jaw pain are often connected, but did you know that your ears can also cause headaches (specifically vestibular migraines)? The ears are often forgotten and sometimes neglected because they don’t seem as essential to health as the organs and […]
Hearing provides a significant advantage to a child’s learning, but it is not something that can be assumed. According to the National Institute of Health, approximately three out of every 1,000 children experience detectable hearing loss at birth, but that does not account for those born with hearing loss that is not detectable. For those […]
May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, which makes this a great time to understand better how hearing impacts speech. It can help parents and seniors to better prepare for the responsibilities that come with adjusting to hearing impairments. Why Better Hearing & Speech Month Is Important Better Hearing Month might not get as much […]