Sometimes hearing loss comes on suddenly and can be obvious to the person that his or her hearing has been impaired. In other cases, hearing loss can come on gradually and emerge slowly. Those who are suffering may have trouble recognizing that they have hearing loss because they continue to adjust to the changes. Regardless of the cause or circumstances, there are …
What You Need to Know About Cochlear Implants
While most people with hearing loss have success with hearing aids, there are some people with severe to profound hearing loss for whom hearing aids are not beneficial. For these people, a cochlear (koe-klee-er) implant may be the best option for better hearing. What are cochlear implants? Cochlear implants are tiny electrical devices that are designed to help those with a …
Tips for Talking to a Loved One About Their Hearing Loss
Of the 27 million people in the United States who suffer from hearing loss, only 6 million of them have hearing aids. So, what about the other 21 million people who could benefit from hearing aids? There are many reasons people may not be using hearing aids. Often times, they may not realize how much they could benefit from hearing aid use. …
Treatment Options for Tinnitus
Do you suffer from tinnitus? You are not alone. In fact, it is estimated that 50 million Americans experience some form of tinnitus. Roughly 20 million of those experience chronic tinnitus, and two million of those cases are extreme. At its least, tinnitus is annoying. At its most severe, tinnitus is debilitating. There is currently no proven cure for most cases …
Tips for Traveling with Hearing Aids
An adventure awaits with months of planning and money spent. Traveling is exciting, and there’s no reason hearing aids should ruin your trip. Read these helpful tips on traveling with hearing aids and enjoy your time away from home. Tips for Flying With Hearing Aids There are no rules or regulations limiting the number of batteries you are allowed to travel with. …