How To Choose Everyday Hearing Aids That Fit Your Routine
When you head to Fleet Feet Katie for a new pair of running shoes, you’ll probably spend a little bit of time in the store looking at your different options. You might consider all-terrain, road running, or another type of shoes to ensure your purchase fits your needs. Buying a new pair of hearing aids…
What To Expect From Hearing Loss Testing and Treatment
Realizing that your hearing isn’t what it used to be can feel overwhelming. Hearing loss is incredibly common, affecting an estimated 13% of people aged 12 and older in the United States, but that doesn’t make the experience any less personal. The good news is that modern hearing loss treatment is a clear, supportive process…
Don’t Let Hearing Aid Myths Hold You Back
We’ve all heard those common sayings that turn out not to be true. Like “We eat eight spiders a year” or “Hearing aids make you look old.” That first myth, while unnerving to hear, is easy to shake off when you learn it isn’t true. The idea that hearing aids make you look old, however,…
The Link Between Hearing Loss and Balance
Most people are aware that hearing loss can disrupt clear communication and impair background awareness, but fewer understand its impact on balance. How Does Hearing Relate To Balance? Your hearing and balance organs live in the inner ear: How Can Hearing Damage Affect Balance? Because the hearing and balance organs sit so close together, damage…
How To Have Clearer Conversations During Holiday Gatherings
Everybody celebrates Thanksgiving a little differently. Whether you enjoy a meal at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille or a lively gathering at home, you want every person to feel included in the holiday cheer—regardless of their hearing loss. If you’re planning a larger get-together, here are a few tips to help everyone communicate more easily. 1….
Holiday Shopping With Hearing Loss: Practical Tips for a Stress-Free Experience
The holidays bring plenty of cheer, but also plenty of noise. Between busy crowds, clattering carts, festive music and constant chatter, stores can quickly become an overwhelming listening environment. For the more than 10% of Americans living with hearing loss, that can make what should be a celebratory outing feel more like a challenge. With…
Hearing Aids and Your Beauty Routine
Your beauty routine helps you feel polished and ready for the day. Whether it’s your morning skincare, applying makeup, styling your hair or a weekly manicure and pedicure, these rituals help you look and feel your best. But if you wear hearing aids, it’s just as important to think about their protection. How Can My…
Understanding the Connection Between Tinnitus and TMJ
Tinnitus, the ringing or buzzing in your ears with no identifiable source, is a common symptom. While researchers are still debating the possible causes of tinnitus, hearing loss is one of the most often cited. A second possible cause is temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). What Is a Temporomandibular Joint Disorder? The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connect…
Five Hearing Aid Features You Might Not Know About
Getting hearing aids is an exciting adventure. All hearing aids pick up and amplify sound to help you understand speech, but that isn’t their only perk. While hearing aids differ based on manufacturer and style, each has advanced features to make your life easier. Let’s take a look at five helpful features you might not…
The Connection Between Tinnitus and Mental Well-Being
Hearing a ringing or buzzing in your ear with no identifiable source is a symptom called tinnitus. When tinnitus persists longer than a few minutes, it can interfere with sleep, concentration and emotional health. The Link Between Tinnitus and Mental Health A 2023 study found a strong relationship between tinnitus and mental health challenges such…