Tips for Traveling with Hearing Aids
As you plan your next trip, consider the benefits of bringing along your hearing aids and how to travel safely with them. Of the nearly 28.8 million Americans who could benefit from using hearing aids, only one in three actually uses them. Understanding how to best navigate day-to-day as a hearing aid wearer could help…
What Should You Do If Your Child Gets Something Stuck In Their Ear
Discovering an object lodged in your child’s ear may not typically be a cause for alarm, but if left untreated, it can potentially lead to ear trauma and subsequent hearing loss. Thus, it’s helpful to know what to do if you discover your child has something stuck in their ear. Common symptoms like crying, irritability…
What To Expect From An Ear Tube Procedure
An ear tube procedure is a surgical procedure utilized to minimize the effect of otitis media, or middle ear infections, commonly found in young children. If your child has this procedure, you may wonder what to expect and what you can do to best support your child. An ear tube procedure becomes necessary when the…
How Allergies May Affect Your Hearing
It’s common to experience itchy eyes, sinus pressure, runny nose, sneezing and headache during the spring months. Did you know that many people also experience hearing loss during this period? This is because, in some cases, hearing loss is caused by allergies. We review how below. What Causes Allergies? Allergies are the result of the…
Audiologists Help You Avoid the Dangers of Home Ear Impression Kits
When it comes to your hearing, don’t skimp on safety. Though home ear impression kits may seem like a way to save on a trip to your audiologist, they often create an inferior product and can even cause injury. What is an Ear Impression? An ear impression is a physical replica of the ear. They…
New Technologies Can Lead to Hearing Loss
Are you listening to music that is too loud? A recent poll of parents found that over 80% say they are concerned that misuse of personal audio technology is damaging the hearing of children. Hearing loss can result from too much exposure to sound from any source that is above 85 decibels. What is Hearing…
