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. However, if you’re a passionate rider, you should know about a substantial risk: research has connected this exhilarating hobby to irreversible hearing damage. The impact of motorcycle speed and riding […]
You scheduled a hearing test but you’re so busy it’s reasonable that you would have forgotten about it. It’s a good thing you received a text from the clinic reminding you in time for you to prepare. So… what should you do? The effectiveness of your appointment will be improved with just a little bit […]
Relaxation, sunshine, and social gatherings are what summer is all about. But enjoying these summer activities can be a real challenge for those who have trouble hearing. Don’t worry though, even if you have hearing loss, you can still enjoy summer fun. Get the most out of summer with these essential tips Manage your summer […]
Are you aware that your chance of developing age-related hearing loss can be increased if you have high blood pressure? Age-related hearing loss usually starts to manifest in your 40s, 50s, or 60s. Your symptoms may develop gradually and be largely invisible, but this type of hearing loss is irreversible. Years of noise damage is […]
Your whole life can be impacted by age-related hearing loss. Besides your ability to hear, your professional life, your social life, and even your mental clarity can also be affected. The way your brain works, including your mood and memory, can be substantially affected by hearing loss. Sometimes, the connection between hearing loss and cognition […]
Tinnitus is an exceptionally common condition of the ear. It’s one of the most prevalent health conditions in the world with some estimates indicating that up to 10 percent of the population experiences it at one time or another. The condition manifests as a sound in the ear that isn’t actually there, typically, it’s a […]
Between hectic schedules and the distractions of events, it’s all too simple to put off essential appointments, such as those with a hearing specialist or for fitting hearing aids. You may not even get around to shopping for hearing aids at all. But hearing loss impacts more than only your ears and holding off on […]
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 at risk. What follows are a few strategies you can use to help protect the health […]
It’s likely that earwax and its accumulation haven’t been subjects of extensive contemplation for you, except maybe during ear hygiene sessions. However, understanding what causes earwax, how it develops, and its purpose is essential. So why does earwax build-up? Earwax, technically called cerumen, is a dense blend of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and ceruminous […]
Hearing loss can impact many aspects of your day-to-day life. Your pastimes, your professional life, and even your love life can be affected by hearing loss, for instance. For couples who are struggling with hearing loss, communication can become tense. This can cause increased stress, more quarrels, and even the growth of animosity. If untreated, […]
