9 Signs You May Have Hearing Loss
Have you ever wondered if you are one of the more than 48 million Americans with hearing loss? If so, you don’t have to ponder this point any longer. Below is a list of the top nine signs of this common condition. Trouble Hearing on the Telephone Over the last year, most of us have…
Hearing Resolutions to Stick to in 2021
We are now a few weeks into 2021, and that means, as usual, most resolutions made with the best of intensions have now been abandoned. Since treating your hearing loss can improve your physical and mental health, experts agree that if you only stick to one resolution, make it improving your hearing health. Below are…
The Pros and Cons of Common Hearing Aids Styles
Once you have your hearing tested, the next step is to be fit with a set of hearing aids. There are many types and styles of hearing aids on the market, and the choices may be overwhelming. Fortunately, your audiologist will be with you every step of the way. We’ve compiled some pros and cons…
Why You’re Not Wearing Your Hearing Devices
According to the National Institutes of Health, only one in five people who could benefit from a hearing device actually wears one. It’s important to wear your devices, because left untreated, hearing loss can lead to social isolation, depression, poor work performance, increased falls/hospitalizations and cognitive decline. Reasons You’re Not Wearing Your Devices Below is…
Hear’s the Best Gift You Can Give Your Loved Ones
Still looking for that perfect last-minute gift for your loved ones in Katy? The shelves are rapidly emptying out, but we have the perfect idea for you. Best of all? It doesn’t come from a store. You won’t have to venture out into the madness of the holiday shopping season; instead, pay a visit to…
Protect Your Investment in Hearing Devices: Five Essential Tips
Hearing aids are an investment in your well-being. It is important to protect those investments as best you can. Here are some tips to help keep your hearing aids lasting for a long time. Tip #1: Be aware of the temperature. Avoid excessive heat and cold. Do not leave your hearing devices in a hot…
Why is There More than One Type of Hearing Test?
If your audiologist in Katy has recommended a hearing evaluation and you are wondering why there isn’t just one test instead of a whole series, blame it on anatomy. Your ear is made up of three different parts: the outer, middle, and inner ear. They work together to ensure you hear effectively, but damage can…
How Do Hearing Aids Work?
If you’re a Katy, Texas resident who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss and new to the world of hearing aids, you no doubt have many questions as you navigate this new way of life. For starters, you may be curious how, exactly, hearing aids work. They aren’t magic, though they do have the…
July Newsletter
What YOU need to know about Summer Hearing Aid Care Moisture and condensation don’t take a vacation when it comes to the change of seasons. The risk of exposure to moisture increases in the warmer months. And moisture isn’t the only problem; summer also brings a whole host of other challenges for hearing aids that…
Electric Cochlear Implants: Functions And Benefits
Commonly, hearing aids have been worn by hearing impaired people to pick up on sounds better. This is still the case, but for those with severe forms of hearing loss, cochlear implants are becoming even more popular for individuals across the world. These devices differ from that of a simple hearing aid, which is worn…