Preventing Falls: Balance Tips for Active Adults in Redding
Dizziness is not uncommon; sometimes we feel dizzy when we stand up too fast, are dehydrated or have low blood sugar. Even though dizziness is common, it’s something we need to watch out for, especially as we age, because feeling lightheaded can be a precursor to a fall. Fall risk—and the risk of fall-related problems—increases…
Balance and Hearing: How They Work Together
Hearing problems and balance issues often occur together, and there’s a reason for that: the hearing system and the balance system are intimately connected. Let’s take a closer look at the connection between hearing and balance, what can disrupt these functions and how specialists evaluate both. The Inner Ear Inside your inner ear, there is…
How Regular Hearing Testing Helps You Stay Connected All Year
Hearing connects us to the moments that matter most: conversations with loved ones, laughter at family gatherings, important work meetings, listening to music and the joy of birdsong on a morning walk. Yet many people don’t think about their hearing health until they notice a problem. Just as annual physicals and dental checkups play an…
Tinnitus Relief Strategies That Actually Work
If you suffer from tinnitus—sounds you hear in your ear that don’t come from a physical source, often called “ringing in the ears”—then you know how hard it can be to find relief from the persistent sound, especially in the quiet winter months, when the sound becomes even more noticeable. We’ve compiled a list of…
What You Need to Know About Hearing Tests During Redding’s Rainy Season
Determining whether you have hearing loss and its extent is a major first step in your hearing health journey, but it can be daunting to start. If you know you need to get your hearing tested and have been hesitating, let’s discuss why now, the rainy winter, is the perfect time. How the Rainy Season…
What to Expect at a Hearing Test: From Evaluation to Personalized Results
Treating hearing loss starts with a hearing test. At your upcoming hearing test appointment, we’ll use a few different techniques to determine the extent of your hearing loss, the cause and the best treatment plan for your needs. Here’s a guide on what to expect. Evaluation To begin with, we’ll have a conversation about your…
Managing Hearing Loss in the New Year: Setting Realistic Listening Goals
Happy New Year! If your New Year’s Resolution for 2026 is to take better care of your health, don’t neglect your hearing health. Here are some goals or resolutions we recommend you adopt to prioritize your hearing health in 2026. Get Your Hearing Checked Approximately 30 million people in the United States require hearing aids….
Dizziness vs. Vertigo and When to Seek Help
Feeling off-balance can be a major safety hazard. Dizziness, vertigo and other balance disorders can significantly increase your fall risk, which can lead to serious injury. They’re also rather common: approximately 15–20% of adults experience dizziness each year, and 5% experience vertigo. Let’s discuss dizziness and vertigo, and when it might be time to see…
Managing Tinnitus During the Holidays
The holiday season is a joyous and festive time, but it can also bring stress, fatigue and exposure to loud noise. If you’re one of the millions of Americans affected by tinnitus, you know that stress, fatigue and loud noise can all exacerbate tinnitus. Holiday Hazards to Tinnitus Tinnitus can seriously impede your ability to…
How to Talk to Your Loved One About Getting a Hearing Test
If you suspect your loved one is losing their hearing, you may want to have a conversation about their hearing and getting their hearing tested. We know that this is a difficult conversation: sometimes they don’t believe they have hearing loss and avoid the issue; sometimes they even grow resistant and defiant; sometimes they may…