Tinnitus Facts
Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing sounds that are not there. If you are suffering from a ringing, buzzing, whooshing or clicking in your ears, you are not alone. Over 50 million Americans report some degree of tinnitus. There are many potential causes, including head injury, medication side effects and some diseases, but tinnitus is typically…
Tinnitus Retraining Therapy
There is no known cure for tinnitus unless its underlying cause can be identified and treated. In recent years, however, hearing care specialists have developed some outstanding tinnitus treatment programs and methods to help patients with chronic tinnitus. Tinnitus retraining therapy (TRT) centers around tinnitus counseling, which aims to teach you about your condition and…
Tinnitus Overview
Ringing in the ear, or tinnitus, is a widespread condition that affects an estimated 50 million Americans. Some people describe it as a hissing, roaring, whooshing or buzzing sound instead of ringing. It may be sporadic or constant, and is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. There are many factors…
Hearing Loss Prevention
Noise exposure is a leading cause of hearing loss. It usually develops gradually and may go unnoticed until it has progressed to a point where treatment options are limited. There are steps you can take now to prevent hearing loss down the road. Causes Some types of hearing loss are unavoidable. That which occurs with…
Hearing Loss FAQ
What are the signs of hearing loss? Symptoms of hearing loss include difficulty understanding what others are saying, asking people to repeat themselves, struggling to hear in crowded places with distracting background noise, the perception that others are mumbling or not speaking clearly, listening to the television or radio at a higher volume than others,…
Hearing Loss Causes
The most common type of hearing loss is presbycusis, or age-related hearing loss. Diminished hearing is a common side effect of aging, usually coming on gradually and affecting high-pitched sounds most frequently. It occurs as a result of natural changes in the inner ear of an individual over time due to a variety of reasons…
Hearing Loss & Dementia
Research by Johns Hopkins University and others has confirmed what many hearing care professionals and physicians have long feared: there is an irrefutable link between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Initial problems such as memory loss and an inability to concentrate can worsen over time. Left untreated, this may eventually lead to dementia and other…
Communication Strategies
Communicating with a person who has a hearing loss can be stressful for both parties. Even when hearing devices are used, proper communication strategies are essential for maximizing the experience. Try the following tips when communicating with a hearing impaired individual. Maintain eye contact with the hearing impaired individual, facing them directly. Do not attempt…
What is a Hearing Instrument Specialist?
Have you ever wondered what exactly a hearing instrument specialist does, besides review your hearing tests? If you have been diagnosed with hearing loss, you will want to learn as much as you can about this professional who will be intimately involved in helping you choose the device that allows you to communicate more effectively….
Surgical Procedures for Hearing
There are two main types of hearing loss: conductive and sensorineural. Conductive hearing loss is caused by problems in the middle ear and outer ear, while sensorineural hearing loss is the result of inner ear problems. The latter type is sometimes referred to as nerve deafness and is usually treatable only with hearing aids. Conductive…