Tips for Maintaining Healthy Hearing as You Age
Healthy hearing allows you to lead an independent life and stay connected to the people you love. As you age, inner and middle ear deterioration and complex changes along the auditory nerve can lead to hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) is often gradual and inevitable. While you may not be able to permanently avoid…
What To Expect During the Hearing Aid Adjustment Period
Hearing aids offer improved communication and enriched experiences for those with hearing loss. Despite the benefits they provide, it’s helpful to know they require an adjustment period that requires patience. For the 28.8 million individuals who could benefit from hearing loss, understanding what to expect during the adjustment phase can help ease concerns and prepare…
Common Mistakes Made by New Hearing Aid Users
Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. Getting new hearing aids is an exciting time, and knowing hearing aid best practices can help ensure you enjoy all the benefits they offer. Let’s look at a few common hearing aid mistakes and how to avoid them. Not Taking the Time…
How To Make Friends When You Have Hearing Loss
Maintaining social connections is an important aspect of mental well-being at all ages. It can be harder to make friends later in life, and age-related hearing loss can make that even more difficult. As we age, we’re likely to lose hearing. In fact, 10% of adults ages 55–64 have hearing loss, and 22% of people…
How To Know If You’re a Good Candidate for Hearing Aids
Struggling with your hearing, such as needing to increase the volume on your devices or difficulty following conversations, may indicate you’re among the 28.8 million Americans who could enhance their lives with hearing aids. Yet, for many, there’s a delay of over five years before they seek help. The prospect of needing hearing aids is…
How To Calm Your Nerves Before a Hearing Test
Hearing tests are an essential part of taking care of your overall health, and it’s natural to feel a bit anxious before undergoing one. However, test anxiety should not prevent you from getting the hearing care you need. By learning about the testing process and exploring a few relaxation methods, you can enjoy a more…
Emergency Tips for People With Hearing Loss
Between floods, fires, earthquakes and storms, preparing for emergencies can feel a little daunting. Creating an emergency kit is a great way to ease into disaster preparedness. Emergency kits may require a few extra supplies for those with hearing loss. Let’s look at a couple of essential hearing loss additions to your emergency kit and…
What to Know About Musician’s Monitors For Hearing Protection
Musicians are more likely than the rest of the population to experience noise-induced hearing loss. Hearing loss developed from exposure to loud noises is common, with 18% of adults aged 18-69 having hearing loss in both ears after exposure to loud noises at work for more than five years. Next time you catch a show at Music Box, be…
How To Stay Active with Hearing Aids
Whether you enjoy going to the gym, practicing yoga at home or taking regular walks at Golden Hill Park, getting regular exercise is important. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults should get 150 minutes of moderate physical activity every week. If you use hearing aids, you might be wondering whether…
What Are the Differences Between Hearing Aids and Hearing Amplification Devices?
If you have noticed that you or a loved one has trouble hearing, you may wonder whether hearing aids or a hearing amplification device is the right solution. Let’s take a look at the differences between the two technologies to figure out what works best. Hearing Amplification Devices Make Sound Louder Hearing amplification devices are…