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…
What is Hidden Hearing Loss?
Struggling to hear words or follow conversations, especially in noisy settings, is a common sign that it’s time for a hearing test. However, some people will get their hearing test results (called an “audiogram”) back and find that everything is in normal range. If this has happened to you, you may have a condition known…
How to Keep Your Hearing Aids Safe from Pets
Your pets really are members of the family. Almost two-thirds of Americans own at least one pet. Thanks to your hearing aids, you’re able to hear their happy purrs, barks and paws tapping on the ground. But you also need to be careful about keeping your hearing aids away from your furry friends. Not only…
Tips to Extend the Lifespan of Your Hearing Aids
Last week, we discussed why your hearing aids might wear out and require an upgrade. But we know that hearing aids are a significant investment, and you want to extend their life as much as possible, so we’ve compiled a few expert tips to help improve the lifespan of your hearing aids. Clean Your Hearing…
Why Your First Pair of Hearing Aids Won’t Be Your Last (and That’s Okay)
Congratulations on your first new pair of hearing aids! Welcome to the journey to better hearing health and better overall quality of life. Your hearing aids are a significant investment, and a natural question to ask is how long your hearing aids will last. Will they last forever? The answer is no, probably not. While…
Understanding the Link Between Hearing Loss and Arthritis
Our bodies are a complex network of systems and pathways, and this intricate network can connect aspects of our health in surprising ways. One such connection that is the subject of much scientific research is the connection between hearing loss and arthritis. Read on to find out more. First, The Basics: Arthritis Arthritis is a…
How to Protect Your Teen from Hearing Loss
Teen hearing loss is on the rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). It’s estimated that 13–17% of adolescents ages 12–19 have measurable hearing loss. The most common reason for adolescent or teen hearing loss is noise exposure, which causes noise-induced hearing loss, or NIHL. What Is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? Noise-induced hearing loss,…
What To Know About TMJ and Tinnitus
The temporomandibular (tem-po-roh-man-DIB-u-lur) joint is a hinge-like joint that connects the jawbone to the skull. There’s one on either side of the jaw, located just under the ears. TMJ disorders occur in the joint and muscles that control jaw movement, causing pain in the jaw or a clicking sound or grating feeling when you chew….
What To Do If Your Hearing Aids Get Wet
Hearing aids are important tools for improving your quality of life, so it’s understandable to feel concerned if they get wet. Follow these tips to care for wet hearing aids and protect them from future accidents. Immediate Steps to Take Turn Them Off If your hearing aids are still on, switch them off immediately. This…