Love of the open road and the thrill of speed are at the top of the list of reasons why people love to ride motorcycles. But this exhilarating hobby comes at a high risk of irreversible hearing damage for individuals who ride a lot. The impact of motorcycle speed and riding duration on hearing health […]
You’re a pretty busy individual, so it’s understandable that you completely forgot about the hearing test you have scheduled. It’s a good thing you received a text from the clinic reminding you in time for you to get ready. But what type of preparation should you do? The effectiveness of your appointment will be increased […]
Relaxation, sunshine, and social activities are what summer is all about. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for those who have hearing loss. Don’t worry though, even with hearing loss, you can still enjoy summer fun. Worthwhile tips to make the most of summer Deal with your summer social activities, even […]
Did you know that high blood pressure can also increase your chance of developing age-related hearing loss? From about 40 years old and up, you might begin to detect that your hearing is starting to fail. You most likely won’t even detect your developing hearing loss even though it’s a permanent condition. Typically, it’s the […]
Your overall life can be affected by age-related hearing loss. Not only is your ability to hear impacted, but also your social connections, your professional networks, and even your cognitive abilities. Over time, hearing loss can intensely impact the way your brain works in ways that immediately impact your mood, your memory, and more. The […]
It’s not unusual for individuals to have ringing in their ears, also called tinnitus. Some estimates suggest that 10 percent of people have tinnitus at one time or another, making it one of the most common health conditions in the world. Although the most common manifestation of tinnitus is a phantom ringing or buzzing in […]
Between hectic schedules and the disruptions of events, it’s all too simple to put off important appointments, like those with a hearing specialist or for fitting hearing aids. You might even find yourself hesitating to order hearing aids altogether. But hearing loss affects more than only your ears and delaying treatment can have detrimental effects […]
Our ears are often what carry the load of accidental harm from neglect in our busy daily lives. There are a few common but hazardous practices, including utilizing cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health in peril. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help safeguard the health […]
You probably don’t give a lot of thought to earwax buildup unless you’re in the process of cleaning it out. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it forms. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, also technically called cerumen, is composed of a combination of sweat, skin particles, hair, debris, […]
Hearing loss can affect many aspects of your day-to-day life. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can impact your professional life, your favorite pastimes, and even your relationships. Communication can become tense for couples who are coping with hearing loss. Animosity can develop from the increased stress and more frequent quarrels. In other words, left uncontrolled, […]