Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Pair of Hearing Aids
There are many factors that go into choosing a hearing aid. While according to a 2022 article published in the National Library of Medicine, “The degree of subjective and objective loss and patient choice are taken into account when deciding on a hearing aid,” there are other factors that go into this decision, too. In…
Communication Tips in Honor of Better Hearing & Speech Month
May is Better Hearing & Speech Month, an annual occasion designed to raise awareness of hearing loss and speech problems. In keeping with that theme, the Speech & Hearing Associates speech-language pathology team is pleased to share some tips for helping children with communication difficulties thrive. Every parent should know that the most crucial action…
How To Make The Most of Hearing On Windy Days
Windy days can be a nightmare for people with hearing aids. Whether you’re on a short walk around your neighborhood or enjoying a bit of nature at Muriel Hepner Nature Park, let’s look at a few of the ways you can minimize the effect of wind on your hearing aids. Why Does Wind Cause Problems…
Here’s How Often You Should Perform These Maintenance Tasks on Your Hearing Aids
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” While hearing aids improve the listening experience for people with hearing loss, they will only work to their full capacity if they are well taken care of. Let’s go over how often you should…
Amp Up Your Summer Fun—Take Advantage of Better Hearing & Speech Month Specials
With summer approaching, we want to make sure you’re able to gear up for all the giggles, gatherings and good times ahead. May is Better Hearing & Speech month, which means it’s a great time to check in and see how things are going with your hearing. Whether you currently wear hearing devices or generally…
What Are the Differences Between Conductive and Sensorineural Hearing Loss?
According to a 2019 article published in American Family Physician, “Hearing loss is categorized as conductive, sensorineural, or mixed.” The purpose of this post is to focus on conductive and sensorineural hearing loss – specifically, how they differ. What Is Conductive Hearing Loss? Conductive hearing loss is caused by a problem with the outer or…
Tips for Train Travel with Hearing Aids
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” If you have hearing loss and wear hearing aids, there are many experiences you may be trying to figure out how to optimize. For example, if you’re planning a trip…
What to Know About Hearing Loss & Alcohol
It may be fun to grab a drink with friends at The Dublin Yard during happy hour. However, doing so often can actually have an effect on your hearing. Below we review some of the research on this topic. Drinking Can Cause Cocktail Deafness In one study out of London, alcohol use disorder was shown…
The Link Between Hearing Loss & an Overwhelmed Brain
If you have difficulty following along with what is said at dinner parties at Addams Tavern on Elm Street and tend to feel overwhelmed by conversations, you’re not alone. This phenomenon is called listening fatigue by audiologists. One study published last year uncovered that background noise could cause too many brain cells to fire in…
How Has Hearing Aid Use in the U.S. Changed?
Hearing aids are a game-changer for anyone with hearing loss. They make it easier to concentrate at work, enjoy listening to your favorite songs, and have engaging conversations with friends while out to dinner at Sear House Grill. While overall, hearing aid use has grown in recent years, there are still many people who would…