We know that, left untreated, hearing loss can negatively affect our quality of life. Studies link untreated hearing loss to stress, depression, social isolation, and even dementia. Untreated hearing loss also increases the risk of falling, putting personal safety at risk. But the person with hearing loss isn’t the only person affected by it. Hearing loss impacts spouses, family members, and friends. Repeating things over and over during conversation can be exhausting and frustrating ...
Cerumen, commonly known as earwax, is key to a healthy ear. It collects dirt, debris and bacteria, preventing unwanted foreign bodies from entering the ear. It has lubrication properties to keep the ears from getting dry and itchy. And, it acts as an antifungal and antibacterial, helping to fight infections in and around our ears. But, let’s face it, earwax is also kind of blech, and an unpleasant obstacle to keeping your ears clean ...
Can you rate how bad those sounds in your head bug you? On a scale of 1 - 10 are you a 1 or 2 occasionally or does it really drive you crazy and you are more like a 10 plus? Tinnitus, ringing, or clicking in your ears can be brought on by different reasons. While it may just be a nuisance for some people it can be quite bothersome for others. Tinnitus can cause anxiety ...
Patients’ needs are unique. Hearing loss affects everyone differently. We must dig deep into the needs and wants of patients to yield positive results when correcting their hearing loss. Many motivators push people to take steps toward better hearing. The need and want to understand TV better is mentioned by almost every patient who comes in for a hearing consultation. Wearing hearing instruments will improve your TV listening experience. However, several variables cause problems with ...
Happy New Year to you and all those you care about! Like many of us, you’ve probably just finished unwinding from a whirlwind month. That time of year when you put others first — your family, friends, colleagues, community. And good for you. It’s what the holidays are about, right? But now it’s your turn. As you begin this brand-new year and prepare for what’s ahead, give yourself permission to make changes ...
Do you have a cell phone? Whether or not you have a hearing instrument that connects or ‘pairs’ to your cell phone...it is still important to have some useful information of how they work. Whether you have an Apple iPhone ™ or an Android version like Motorola or Samsung Galaxy ™ they all have one thing in common. All Cell phones...yes... ALL cell phones are computers. Even if you think you don’t know how ...
Brighten up your days…let the sounds of our world help to ignite your senses. Are you hearing as well as you should be? Take the Bull By Horn. Now that is a saying that everyone understands. Don’t sit back and expect things to happen for you. You must be an active participant in life to get the most out of it. If you want more friends...get out and be social. Maybe you ...
Wasn’t the cool weather last week just a treat? Don’t hate me! My blood has thinned down over the years since I moved down here from Michigan back in 1980… but my yankee blood still likes a little chill around the holidays. The Christmas spirit is in the air. Patients coming into the office seem to have quite the “pep in their step”! I have seen many treasured Christmas shirts. Patients are planning ...
A close friend once said, “Life is lifelike” — and indeed life is filled with ups, downs, even upside downs, right? Because even though we’re all on our own journey, the one thing we all face from time to time is challenge. Unfortunately, challenge can sometimes be tough enough to pull us into that dreaded state of worry or tension we call stress. What challenge causes you stress? For many of us, it’s hearing ...
Do sometimes you just sigh and keep quiet? We all do it. We try to help. We take the easy way out. We avoid arguing, we avoid confrontation. We just ignore the issue. And of course, if you live with someone with a hearing loss then WE REPEAT... AND REPEAT...AND REPEAT! LOL! If you find yourself doing this, you too, are an ENABLER!
