June 8, 2017
If you sneeze a lot, if your nose is often runny or stuffy, or if your eyes, mouth or skin often feels itchy, you may have allergic rhinitis, a condition that affects 40 million to 60 million Americans. Allergic rhinitis is commonly known as hay fever. But you don’t have to be exposed to hay […]
Read ArticleJune 5, 2017
In my last blog I talked about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) as being the most common form of dizziness and its characteristics. In this blog I will explain how it is diagnosed and some treatments. Diagnosis Once BPPV is suspected based on your case history; the clinician may decide to do the Dix-Hallpike to […]
Read ArticleMay 30, 2017
A National Epidemic Diabetes has seen a significant amount of attention on a national scale. With the increase of Type II diabetes and growing obesity rates, hardly a day goes by that diabetes is not at the forefront of healthcare news. The statistics are staggering and alarming. Diabetes is the cause of 300,000 deaths each […]
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May 26, 2017
If you have a loved one who has difficulty hearing, you may find that you have to repeat yourself, speak louder, or simplify what you’re saying while communicating. You may become frustrated because he/she misunderstands what you’ve said or misses the message completely. When this happens it’s called a communication breakdown. What’s important to keep […]
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May 22, 2017
In my practice, ear wax is more often found to be a nuisance than a benefit, but the design of ear wax is to protect the ears. Ear wax helps to catch debris and other small particles before they reach the ear drum and cause damage. All of us create ear wax in our outer […]
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May 12, 2017
If you have noticed that your seasonal allergies this Spring have been worse than previous years, you are not alone. Experts say that the increased temperatures combined with carbon dioxide, have caused a lot more sniffling this season. These climate changes, along with higher pollen count in the area, have caused an extended allergy season. There […]
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May 8, 2017
What is BPPV? BPPV stands for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This is the MOST common cause of spinning dizziness. It has been estimated 20% of patients seeing a physician for dizziness have been diagnosed with BPPV. There are a few key characteristics for diagnosing BPPV: Triggered by position change; typically turning over in bed or […]
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, […]
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May 2, 2017
Each May, professionals and organizations in the communication sciences dedicate the month to raising awareness about communication disorders. The goal is to educate the public regarding the impact of these disorders as well as treatment options and research that can improve the outcomes for individuals touched by hearing loss, voice, speech and language disorders. This […]
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April 26, 2017
What is ear candling? Ear candling is advertised as a holistic alternative for removing wax and other debris from the ears. Practitioners who offer ear candling claim the procedure also has the ability to relieve tinnitus (ringing in the ear), sinus pressure, headaches, and infection. Some advocates even suggest ear candling can cleanse the body […]
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