Millions of people in the U.S. report some kind of hearing loss, and the number is expected to continue to rise. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of people with hearing loss seek professional help, usually because they’re afraid of having to wear hearing aids. With advancements in technology came the creation of laser-based hearing aids which were approved for sale by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) a few years ago. Now hearing aids have wireless capabilities, Bluetooth connectivity, tinnitus maskers and so much more! How They Work Laser-based hearing aids transmit sound th ..read more

Semicircular Canal Dehiscence also referred to as Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Syndrome is an “opening” in the bone which surrounds one of the semicircular canals of the inner ear, usually occurring in the superior semicircular canal of the ear-hence the name. This medical condition can result in symptoms that can affect a person’s balance and hearing. What causes superior canal dehiscence (SCD)? Although the actual cause of canal dehiscence syndrome is still not yet known, it has been found in many cases to be a result of a genetic predisposition causing an “abnormal” development of ..read more

Whether you wear hearing aids or not, having difficulty hearing in loud or busy environments is pretty common. Although we recommend that you see a hearing care professional if you are experiencing any problems with hearing, it can be helpful to use some of the following communication strategies to help you hear better in noisy situations. 8 Communication Strategies in Noisy Situations: When you are at home, turn the television off, turn the volume down, or mute it. If you are in the car, roll up the windows and turn down the radio. When you are at the office, consider closing the door to the ..read more

Most people already know that preparation is important. This is especially true when it comes to traveling. If you are a hearing aid user and are going on a vacation or taking a business trip, check out these do’s and don’ts for traveling with hearing aids. Do’s Make sure to have extra batteries and tubing (if necessary) with you at all times. Bring a dry aid kit or a hearing aid dehumidifier, especially if you are traveling near water  such as a beach, an ocean, a lake, etc. It is recommended that you put any assistive devices through x-ray screening and wear your hearing aid device(s) throug ..read more

Do you have tinnitus also known as ringing in the ears? If so, did you know that there are several things that can make this condition worse. In this blog article, we discuss 6 things that you may want to avoid if you have tinnitus, and they are as follows: Loud Noise: Loud noise is probably the most obvious item on this list. Loud sounds can in fact cause short-term ringing in the ears and/or permanent hearing loss. That’s why it’s important to avoid exposure to loud noises whenever possible, wear proper hearing protection if necessary, and don’t listen to your headphones with the volume too ..read more

As a hearing aid user, you should understand that many things can go wrong with your hearing aid device(s) if you do not properly maintain and care for them. That’s why it’s important to protect your investment and learn about optimal hearing aid maintenance and care. However, if you do damage your device or your device is not working properly, we always recommend that you speak with your hearing care professional in order to have it repaired or if necessary, to get a replacement. As with most things, regular maintenance and/or repairs may be needed in order to keep your hearing aids functioni ..read more

If you have a whooshing or a thumping sound in one or both of your ears that follows a steady rhythm, you may have Pulsatile Tinnitus also called rhythmic, vascular, or pulse-synchronous tinnitus. What Is Pulsatile Tinnitus? Pulsatile tinnitus is a rhythmical noise that beats at the same rate as the heart and is the sound of blood circulating the body. Like regular tinnitus, you hear a constant sound that other people do not. With pulsatile tinnitus, the noise comes from inside the body. Your doctor may be able to hear it as well if they use a stethoscope to listen. Other forms of tinnitus are ..read more