How to Get the Most Out of Your Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aids
Hearing aids come in a wide variety of types and styles. The most common is the behind-the-ear model. In order to keep your hearing aids working their best, you have to take care of them Below is a look at the daily care needed for behind-the-ear hearing aids. Daily Checklists Your hearing aids spend all…
Is Hearing Aid Stigma Finally a Thing of the Past?
There is no storage of products on the market promising to help you look younger. Because of our eternal quest for youth, it is not surprising that items commonly associated with old age, like canes, walkers and even hearing aids are only used when absolutely necessary. Fortunately, with the advancement in digital technology, hearing aids…
What Is Normal Hearing?
“Normal hearing” is a term commonly thrown around by audiologists to better explain what those with hearing loss can and cannot hear. Below is a look at the different degrees of hearing loss and what exactly is considered normal. How Sounds Are Measured There are two measurements when it comes to sound: Hertz (Hz) and…
Signs You Should Treat Your Hearing Loss
More than 48 million Americans have hearing loss, but only 20% seek help. If you are unsure if your hearing loss warrants treatment, we have outlined five key signs that it is time to get a hearing test to start the journey toward better hearing. 1. You Find It Difficult to Follow the Conversation Those…
Is Your Untreated Hearing Loss Costing You?
Untreated hearing loss has long been associated with an increase in physical, mental and emotional issues. If this is not enough of a reason to encourage you to seek treatment for your hearing loss, how about the fact that choosing not to seek treatment can actually be costing you money? Higher Health Care Costs in…
What Type of Hearing Aid Should You Choose?
Picking the right hearing aid for you can be challenging, as there are a number of types and styles to choose from. That’s where the experts at The Hearing & Speech Center come in. Below is a breakdown of the different types of hearing aids and what you should look for when making your selection….
Hearing Loss and Kidney Disease
Hearing loss has been linked to a long list of diseases and disorders. New research suggests that chronic kidney disease may be another illness that can increase your risk of developing hearing loss. What Is Kidney Disease? Your kidneys are responsible for filtering waste and extra fluid from your body. If your kidneys become damaged,…
What You Wanted to Know About Hearing Aid Repair
Hearing aids are built to last. But spending more than 15 hours a day in an inhospitable environment can take its toll on even the best-designed device. Fortunately, simple repairs can be completed quickly right in our office, while more complicated issues require help from an expert technician at the manufacturer. Understanding the types of…
How to Communicate with Those Who Have Hearing Loss
Keeping up a conversation when all parties involved have normal hearing is hard enough, but add hearing loss into the mix and everything becomes more challenging. Below is an outline of tips and tricks for communicating with someone who has mild to moderate hearing loss. Good Lighting Lip reading, body language and facial expressions are…
How Can Childhood Hearing Loss Affect Vocabulary?
Identifying childhood hearing loss is important, as when left untreated, children’s development of speech, language and social skills can suffer. In 2000, the Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) guidelines were created to make sure all children got the help they needed. Recently researchers were interested in the impact of this policy on children, especially…
