Daycare and Children With Severe Hearing Loss
Finding the right daycare for your child can be a tough task. If your child has severe pediatric hearing loss, you may be especially concerned with whether a specific facility can meet your child’s needs. The ADA Protects Children With Hearing Loss The good news is that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that…
Unusual Causes of Tinnitus
According to the American Tinnitus Association, “Approximately 10 percent of the U.S. adult population — over 25 million Americans — experience some form of tinnitus. Roughly 5 million people struggle with burdensome chronic tinnitus, while 2 million find it debilitating.” There are many potential causes of tinnitus, and identifying the cause of yours is key…
Get into the Spooky Spirit with Your Hearing Aids
There is a high prevalence of hearing loss in the United States. In fact, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, it affects approximately two to three of every 1,000 babies and one in eight people ages 12 and older. But despite this, many people mistakenly believe there is stigma surrounding…
What Are the Different Parts of a Hearing Aid?
Hearing aids are high-tech devices that help you hear by amplifying sounds to a level the damaged ears can detect. Many boast features that can help you hear well with ease, even in complex listening environments. There are many parts that work together to accomplish this. We review these parts below. Microphone The first step…
The Do’s & Don’ts of Hearing Aids
Not only do hearing aids represent a significant financial investment, they’re also essential medical devices that connect you to the world around you. Because of this, you want to do everything you can to ensure they’re well cared for. Below we review a list of do’s and don’ts regarding hearing aid care. The Do’s Below…
A Type of Glaucoma May Put Patients at a Higher Risk of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is often described as a ringing in the ears. However, it can also sound like hissing, buzzing, roaring, sizzling, clicking or other noise. Various medical conditions can make it more likely you experience tinnitus, including an eye condition known as primary open-angle glaucoma. What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of progressive eye diseases…
Back-to-School Checklist for Children with Hearing Aids
It’s back-to-school season, so it is time to stock your child’s backpack with all the essentials. If your child has hearing loss, they’ll need a few extra items and a little more preparation. We review tips on how to prepare for your child’s upcoming school year below. Stock Their Backpack In addition to paper, pencils,…
What Is Tinnitus Retraining Therapy?
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, whistling, hissing, humming or buzzing sound with no external source. Everyone experiences tinnitus differently: for some it is only noticeable in quiet environments like their home, while for others it is loud and can be heard even in noisy environments like The Shed. While there is no cure for…
Understanding Sounds: How Do Amplitudes & Frequencies Impact Hearing?
Sound is a type of energy that can be measured in two ways: amplitude and frequency. Amplitude is measured in decibels (dB), while frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz). Below we review everything you need to know about amplitude and frequency and how these measurements relate to your hearing. Amplitude Amplitude refers to the pressure…
The Link Between Mumps & Hearing Loss
A mumps infection typically only lasts a few weeks, but the effects can be life-long, particularly when it comes to your hearing. In this post, we review everything you need to know about the connection between mumps and hearing loss. About the Mumps The mumps virus belongs to the same family of viruses that cause…