How to Manage Your Hearing Aid Batteries
When you made the choice to get hearing aids, you did so because you wanted to have the freedom to navigate the world around you without worrying about your hearing. If your battery dies while you’re out at the movies or dining with friends at Frog Hollow Tavern you’re not getting to enjoy the full…
Can Holiday Toys Damage a Child’s Hearing?
Is there anything more thrilling than watching your child or grandchild open the present you got them when you know it’s exactly what they’ve been wanting? Of course not. But if you don’t pay attention to the noise level of the toys you buy them, you could inadvertently be putting their hearing at risk. How…
Tuning into Hidden Hearing Loss
While standard pure-tone hearing tests accurately diagnose most hearing loss, there are some people who experience problems hearing, yet their tests come back as normal. This is referred to as hidden hearing loss. Hidden hearing loss can be an exceptionally frustrating and confusing experience for those who have it. Let’s examine some of the symptoms…
Tips to Hear Better for the Holidays
It’s November and the holiday season is officially upon us. This means family gatherings, holiday parties and visits to Lights of the South. While these are activities that bring a lot of excitement and joy, they can also be stressful. This is especially true if you have hearing loss. With all the extra socializing comes…
How to Best Care for Your Hearing Aids
You’ve gone through all the hearing tests, counseling, and fittings and you’re set with a new pair of hearing aids. Now that you’ve made the investment, you want to make sure your device offers you high sound quality for many years to come. One of the ways you can do that is by following the…
Check Your Hearing This Audiology Awareness Month
October is Audiology Awareness Month! That means there’s no better time to schedule an appointment for a hearing test. Left untreated, hearing loss can lead to social isolation, anxiety, depression, falls and even dementia. This is why it’s so important to seek treatment for hearing loss early. Below we review the signs it’s time to…
Hearing Aid Care in Colder Weather
Fall is officially here, and winter is right around the corner. The leaves are changing, and Halloween decorations are displayed in every store. Soon enough you’ll be shopping for the holidays at Augusta Mall. The changing seasons also bring colder, wetter weather. If you use hearing aids, it’s important to know how changes in conditions…
How to Clean Your Hearing Aid Properly
Hearing aids are an important investment because they connect you to the hearing world. In order to get years of good hearing out of your devices, it’s essential to care for them properly. This means giving them a thorough cleaning every day. We review how to do this below. Get the Right Tools You can…
Common Noises that May Lead to Hearing Loss
Now that vaccinations have rolled out, we’re beginning to get back to some of our favorite pre-pandemic activities. However, it’s important to know that some hobbies and activities can be harmful to your hearing. Below we review how loud noises cause damage and when you should take precautions to protect your hearing health. What Is…
Could Your Exercise Routine Cause Hearing Loss or Tinnitus?
There’s no doubt that exercise is great for your physical and mental wellbeing. But if you’re not careful during your exercise routine, you could be harming your ears. Below we review ways you may be inadvertently damaging your hearing and how you can exercise safely. Straining While Weightlifting Straining while lifting weights and any other…