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…
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 Know About Muffled Hearing in One Ear
Noticing muffled hearing in one ear feels like sound is coming through a wall or as if your ear is underwater. While it’s often temporary and harmless, muffled hearing in one ear can sometimes signal an underlying issue that needs attention. Read along to learn more about what to do if you experience muffled hearing…
How to Know the Difference Between Conductive Hearing Loss and Earwax Impaction
Hearing loss can occur due to a variety of causes, ranging from age to noise exposure to even ear blockages. While they may share some symptoms, they differ in their causes and long-term effects. While earwax impaction can be a cause for conductive hearing loss, it’s helpful to understand the range of conductive hearing loss…
What to Know About the Link Between Hearing Loss and Isolation
It’s vital to maintain healthy social interactions to protect mental health. Now that many parts of the world are returning to normal, people with hearing loss still face a higher risk of social isolation and feelings of deep loneliness. Keep reading to find out how to manage and overcome these emotional challenges. Understanding Social Isolation…
What to Expect Your First Time Wearing Hearing Aids
Approximately 28.8 million Americans could potentially benefit from using hearing aids. If you’re just starting to use hearing aids, you likely have several questions about what to expect during the adjustment period. Here’s a guide to help you transition smoothly with the sounds you will be able to hear again. Adjusting to New Auditory Experiences…
What to Know About Ear Stroke
An ear stroke, or sudden sensorineural hearing loss, occurs when a person loses hearing in one or both ears suddenly or over several days. It is a serious medical condition that can lead to permanent or temporary hearing damage if not treated promptly. Consider the following to understand what to do if you ever experience…
Understanding Speech Testing: What You Need to Know
Hearing loss can creep up on you. One day, you might notice that your phone alerts are quieter or struggle to understand your friends during a busy Friday night happy hour at The Fall River Taphouse. Hearing tests are a great way to identify hearing loss before it adversely affects you. Audiologists use multiple methods…
How Can Hearing Aids Restore Your Confidence?
Hearing loss affects many, with nearly 28.8 million Americans potentially improving their quality of life by using them. Hearing aids not only amplify sounds for improved hearing but can significantly boost a user’s confidence. Hearing loss can create feelings of isolation and can erode self-confidence. If you notice difficulties in hearing conversations, such as at…
Regular Hearing Testing: What To Know
Healthy hearing is essential to our overall physical, mental and social well-being. We rely on our ears to communicate with friends and family, stay alert to safety information, listen to our favorite music and more. Even with all they do for us, it can be easy to let hearing healthcare slip through the cracks. One…