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…
How to Manage Tinnitus Spikes
Tinnitus is a sensation of a ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or humming sound with no external source. Because tinnitus is a symptom rather than a disease itself, the best way to manage tinnitus is to treat the underlying cause. Unfortunately, the underlying cause can’t always be found. Many people with tinnitus experience tinnitus spikes,…
Hearing Problems & COVID-19
Over the past year, COVID-19 has been linked to a number of long-term conditions, such as heart damage, lung damage and neurological problems. Emerging data shows that hearing loss may also be the result of being infected with the coronavirus. Hearing Loss as an Initial Symptom In rare cases, sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) can…
You Don’t Have to Experience Feelings of Loneliness with Hearing Loss
If you have hearing loss, you can find yourself in a vicious cycle where you can’t communicate well, which causes you to socially withdraw from activities you once enjoyed, like going to Brookfield Park with loved ones. This social withdrawal can lead to feelings of loneliness, which is associated with negative health effects, including ones…
Top 4 Causes of Hearing Aid Damage
Hearing aids are built to survive the rugged environment of your ear and provide you with good hearing for years to come. But they are still state-of-the-art devices that contain intricate technology, so they are susceptible to damage. Below are the top four most common causes of hearing aid damage and how to avoid it….
How to Improve Your Music Listening Experience with Hearing Aids
When you have hearing loss, there’s a lot you miss out on. Left untreated, you might not be able to hear birds chirping, have conversations with your grandchildren or enjoy listening to music like you once did. Fortunately, hearing aids can help. How Hearing Loss Affects Listening to Music There’s nothing like hearing your favorite…
6 Signs You Need a Hearing Test
Untreated hearing loss can cost you healthy relationships with your loved ones, your mental health and even your physical safety. These are just some of the reasons it’s important to get tested at the first signs of trouble. Below are six signs that it’s time to get your hearing tested. 1. You Ask People to…
How Long Do Hearing Aids Last?
You’ve made a big investment in your hearing aids in terms of financial cost and time spent with your audiologist to get the fit and programming just right, which is why you’re probably wondering how long your devices will last. The short answer is hearing aids last an average of three to seven years, but…
Hearing Loss from Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the fluid and membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The condition is typically caused by a viral infection, but it can also be caused by a bacterial, fungal or parasitic infection. The main symptoms of meningitis include headache, fever, stiff neck and sometimes hearing loss. How Common Is It to…