How Musicians Can Protect Their Hearing
After advancing age, noise exposure is one of the top reasons people lose their hearing. One population especially at risk of noise-induced hearing loss is musicians – this is true whether you play in a garage, Katy Vibes in Katy or in an arena. In this post, we review how loud sounds cause damage and…
Is Red Wine Good for Your Hearing?
There’s nothing more satisfying than enjoying a glass of wine after a long work day. Studies have shown that red wine has health benefits when consumed in moderation, and yet another study confirms that it could specifically benefit your hearing health. Why Is Red Wine Good for You? Red wine is packed with antioxidants and…
Hearing Health Tips for 2020
Your resolution to hit the gym every day may have fallen through, but your commitment to improving your hearing health doesn’t have to! Even if you haven’t yet taken steps to be proactive in your hearing health, there is plenty of time left in 2020 to start. Below are some tips for getting started on…
Shooting for Safe Hearing
Autumn is prime hunting season in Texas. If you’re preparing to head into the field, think safety. Not just gun safety (though that’s important too, of course!), but hearing safety. Gunshots emit decibel (dB) levels loud enough to cause permanent hearing damage if you aren’t careful, so it’s important to take precautions before heading out…
Are Your Ears Ready for Some Football?
Back to school means it is time for one of our favorite sports to return as well. Are you ready for some football? Or, are your EARS ready for some football? Autzen Stadium, where the Oregon ducks play, has been nicknamed the “House of Loud.” But, the truth is that it should be the name…
Four Reasons You Should Invest in Your Hearing Health
Hearing loss is common – nearly 48 million people in Katy, Texas and around the country suffer from it. But only about 20 percent of those who could benefit from the use of a hearing aid actually use one. This could possibly be due to their cost, as hearing aids are not cheap. Your Katy…
February Newsletter
Inventory FLASH SALE We are making room for new stock. We’re offering for the first time, a BOGO sale with great pricing!! This includes NEW technology, iPhone compatible technology, as well as moderate to low technology to fit every need. Brands include Widex, Oticon, and ReSound. Hearing aids sold are on a first come, first…
Uses of Earmolds
What are Earmolds Used for? Things that are custom made for you always fit better. What would you rather have, a suit off the rack or one that has been expertly tailored to fit only you? The same can be said for hearing protection. Custom earmolds are made from impressions of your ear canal and…
Are You Increasing Your Risk for Hearing Loss?
Many individuals assume hearing loss is a part of the aging process; however, age-related degeneration of the auditory system is only one of many factors that cause hearing loss. Risk Factors to Hearing Loss In fact, many cases of hearing loss are entirely preventable. By understanding the risk factors associated with hearing loss, you can…
Custom Earplugs Katy, TX
Custom Earplugs for the Win If you could easily prevent depression, anxiety and cognitive decline, would you? Of course you would. These are all common side effects of untreated hearing loss. While many individuals in Katy, Texas suffer from hearing loss they could do nothing to prevent, noise-induced hearing loss is a different story. Caused…