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A Beginner’s Guide to Hearing Aids: What to Expect
Congratulations on starting your journey with hearing aids! Getting used to them can take some time, but with patience and practice, they can greatly improve your quality of life. Here’s what to expect and how to make the most of your new hearing aids. What to Expect When You First Start Using Hearing Aids It’s…
Read MoreHow Hearing Aids Have Changed: Modern Technology and Features
Hearing aids have come a long way from the bulky devices you might remember from the past. Thanks to modern technology, today’s hearing aids are smaller, smarter, and more powerful than ever. If you’re curious about how they have changed, here’s a look at some of the amazing features that make them so advanced—and helpful.…
Read MoreCommon Signs of Hearing Loss When to Seek Professional Help
Hearing is vital to our daily lives. It helps us communicate, enjoy music, and stay aware of our surroundings. However, hearing loss can sneak up on us gradually. Recognizing the signs early and seeking professional help can make a big difference. Common Signs of Hearing Loss The Importance of Early Intervention Treating hearing loss early…
Read MoreDiabetes and Hearing Loss: Explaining the Link
Most people are aware of the link between diabetes and vision loss, but many do not know that diabetes can also affect hearing! Let’s explore the link between diabetes and hearing loss. Our inner ears are filled with tiny, delicate structures that rely on a steady blood supply to function correctly. Blood delivers essential nutrients…
Read MoreHearing Loss And Social Isolation
Social isolation is defined as loneliness that can affect health with socially isolated individuals having less day-to-day contact with others, fewer fulfilling relationships, and an overall lack of a sense of belonging. According to the Surgeon General of the United States, social isolation is a growing epidemic and is associated with “a reduction in lifespan similar to that caused by smoking 15 cigarettes a day”.
Read MoreTinnitus: What Is It, And How To Manage It?
The perception of sound, when no actual external noise is present, is commonly referred to as tinnitus, and it is much more common than people think. According to Statistics Canada (2019), approximately 37% of adult Canadians (or approximately 9.2 million people) have experienced it in the past year. Most patients describe it as the perception…
Read MoreCan hearing aids make me hear normally again?
Hearing Aids Will help your hearing Hearing aids work very well when fit and adjusted properly. They are designed to bring sound back to the brain in impaired ranges. It’s important to understand that hearing aids are not a “cure” for hearing loss, but rather an aid for hearing loss. There will still be situations…
Read MoreWhat about purchasing a hearing aid online?
The effectiveness of your hearing aids is dependent on how they are programmed for sound. The way they are programmed and the way they fit are directly related to the unique characteristics of your hearing loss. This is something that only a trained professional can do. Hearing aids also require fine tuning and scientific verification…
Read MoreIs an over-the-counter hearing aid an option?
Over-the-counter hearing aids will be offered in the North American market in the next year or two. These inexpensive models are simply amplifiers that will make everything louder. They will not have the sophistication to make fine tuning preference adjustments, nor have some of the important/sophisticated features that today’s hearing aids are designed to do.…
Read MoreWhat is tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the sensation of sound, often described as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or roaring. It can be heard in your ears or in your head and can be intermittent or constant. Many people can tune it out, however others need support in coping as it can cause great distress and affect people in areas such…
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