Nobody wants a disability to hold them back, yet untreated hearing loss can do just that. A new study conducted in Finland has found that hearing loss can limit a person’s movement and mobility in the world. Hearing loss, when left unchecked can make people uncomfortable in new and unfamiliar environments, including transportation. Often this […]
The sudden loss of hearing in one or both ears can be frightening, but many patients make a full recovery. For patients who are left with a degree of hearing loss and tinnitus, treatments such as hearing aids and audiological rehabilitation can provide relief. Sudden Sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) is a medical emergency: it should […]
When hearing is lost in one ear, the symptoms can be life-changing. Unilateral hearing loss, or single sided deafness (SSD), is a prevalent and troubling condition affecting an estimated 60,000 new people each year in the United States alone. Here are some basic facts about single sided deafness, and the best treatments for this unique […]
As part of the normal aging process many of us experience changes in our senses, from seeing less to hearing less, or noticing changes in our ability to taste, smell, and touch. A study from the University of Chicago found that tens of millions of Americans have losses in one or more of their senses […]
Have you been wondering if your hearing aid is doing everything it can to help you hear, or if there’s anything else you need to know about your hearing health? Oticon has just released an exciting new app called the HearingFitness App that’s designed to help you get your ears in shape, and make sure […]
Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day? This is the time of year to tell your loved one how you feel, and make sure they feel appreciated and loved. If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day date, we have some suggestions for a few romantic evenings in Cincinnati you’re sure to enjoy. Carmina Burana […]
With the new year, we all look forward to a fresh start with our goals and projects. According to different surveys, such as SurveyMonkey, a majority of the resolutions for 2018 are to save money or get healthy. If your resolutions fall into either of these categories, add hearing health to the list! Protecting your […]
When we think of sounds that could seriously harm our hearing, we may think very loud sounds, such as a jet engine taking off or non-stop drilling on a sidewalk. We may not think of sounds we encounter in everyday life. However, everyday noises can harm our hearing if we are exposed long enough. Here, […]
When it comes to hearing loss, there is very little argument for not treating it. Untreated hearing loss brings a number of challenges to your interpersonal relationships, your physical well-being, and your overall quality of life. Treating hearing loss is simple – it requires a hearing test. If a hearing loss is detected, then our […]
As Helen Keller once said, “Blindness separates people from things; deafness separates people from people.” Because untreated hearing loss often leads to breakdowns in communication and difficulties with speech recognition, there may be a strain in our most important relationships. Hearing loss may be a difficult subject to broach with a loved one. Even though […]
