July 13, 2017
Riding an airplane, the great outdoors, and swimming. What do these 3 things have in common? They all can affect your ears, more specifically your eustachian tube. The eustachian tube runs from the back of your nose uphill to your middle ear and is supposed to be air filled. Changes in elevation, or atmospheric pressure, […]
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June 19, 2017
As the fourth day of July approaches with its rest and relaxation, burgers and baked beans, red solo cups and lemonade, there is nothing quite like celebrating our country’s ever-so-earned freedoms with fireworks! But, before we oooo and ahhhh over their spectacular beauty, let’s take pause to remember the risks these wonders pose. Boom! With […]
Read ArticleMay 3, 2017
We are surrounded by loud noises on a daily basis. Have you ever wondered how the loud noises in your city compare to those in other cities? The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics has an interactive map that will show you locations in the country that are exposed to the most noise. Inside your ear, […]
March 1, 2017
What is hyperacusis? Hyperacusis is classified by a consistent exaggerated response to sounds that are not uncomfortable to the typical person. An individual with hyperacusis often has normal hearing and is disturbed by even low or moderate sounds. Hyperacusis is a symptom of an underlying condition of the auditory system, and not a disorder itself. […]
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February 13, 2017
BAHA candidacy c This specific hearing aid is only for certain types of hearing loss. To determine candidacy for a BAHA you first will need a hearing test performed to determine the type of hearing loss you have. These devices are often used for people who have conductive hearing loss (hearing loss originating in the […]
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February 3, 2017
What is the difference between unilateral and asymmetric hearing loss? An individual who has unilateral hearing loss has normal hearing in one ear and impaired hearing in the other ear. The severity of hearing loss in the impaired ear can vary person to person depending on the cause of the hearing loss. Unilateral hearing loss […]
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