Category Archives: Managing your hearing
Mar 15 2018
The impact of hearing loss on the brain
For Brain Awareness Week (March 12-18) we thought we would highlight the impact of hearing loss on cognitive function. Several studies in recent years have shown a link between cognitive decline and hearing loss, with higher risks of dementia in people with hearing loss, especially untreated.
Feb 23 2018
Not every hearing loss is the same
Hearing loss is complex: no two people are exactly the same. By extension there is no single treatment plan that will work for everyone. Have you ever heard someone say they do well with their hearing aids, but their friend keeps them in the drawer, or vice versa? It may be that they need different […]
Feb 16 2018
Factors that affect the price of hearing aids
Why do hearing aid prices vary? The answer is the technology and features various models come with. Like most electronics such as computers, different models will come with different features. The number and quality of these features will influence the price of the hearing aids. Let’s have a look at some of the most important […]
Jan 31 2018
Why hearing aids are not like glasses
If you have glasses you probably remember that moment when you were fit with your first pair: the moment the world came into focus. With glasses the improvement in our vision is often dramatic and immediate. Many people who wear hearing aids ask why it is not the same for hearing.
Jan 18 2018
How should I clean my ears?
Ever heard the saying don’t put anything smaller than your elbow in your ears? Well, it’s true for the most part. So, if that is the case, how do you get rid of irritating earwax? Earwax, or cerumen, is a natural occurring substance produced by our bodies. It gradually moves along your ear canal taking […]
Jan 10 2018
The connection between your vision and hearing
Did you know that where you are looking may influence how well you hear? A recent study published in Scientific Reports looked at the effect of gaze direction on hearing, with some interesting results. They found that the brain needs to work harder to hear when we are looking away from what we are listening […]
Dec 08 2017
Communication tips for the Holidays
The Holiday Season will soon be upon us and with it many social gatherings at work and home. For people with hearing loss these often noisy situations can be very difficult. Below you will find some tips for making communication easier. If you have a hearing loss: 1. Make sure to face the person or […]
Nov 15 2017
Everything you want to know about tinnitus part 5: Management
So, you have been diagnosed with tinnitus. What now? Treatment of tinnitus will largely depend on the cause. Sometimes tinnitus is caused by a reversible condition such as earwax, fluid, or other obstructions in the outer and middle ear. In these cases simply removing the obstruction will usually alleviate the tinnitus. If your tinnitus is […]
Nov 09 2017
Everything you want to know about tinnitus part 4: Medication and Tinnitus
Tinnitus, both temporary and permanent, can be a side effect of many medications. The most common classes of medication associated with tinnitus include: antibacterial drugs, anti-inflammatory’s like Aspirin and Ibuprofen in high doses, diuretics, antimalarial drugs, and chemotherapy medications. Some of these drugs, such as those for chemotherapy, are associated with hearing loss as well. […]
Nov 02 2017
Everything you want to know about tinnitus part 3: Diet
We commonly talk about noise exposure and hearing loss in relation to tinnitus. While these are the most significant factors, diet can also play a role in tinnitus. While there is no evidence that our diet directly causes tinnitus, there is some evidence that it can have an effect on its severity. Certain substances in […]
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