Temporal Bone Tumors: What Are They and How Can They Affect Hearing?
The temporal bone sits at the base of the skull. It houses essential components of the auditory system, such as the middle and inner ear, vestibular organs, nerves and blood vessels. Its connection to hearing lies in the middle ear and inner ear. The middle ear amplifies sound vibrations before they reach the cochlea in…
Should I Wear a Cochlear Implant And A Hearing Aid
A cochlear implant is an electronic device that, once surgically placed behind the ear, sends electrical impulses to the hearing nerve. Cochlear implants help enhance the clarity of hearing, especially in speech. Each type of hearing device, along with its configurations, has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. Your hearing specialist can guide you…
How Can Your Support Make a Difference in Your Loved One’s Tinnitus?
Support from our loved ones can make a significant difference in how effectively we cope during times of stress. Living with tinnitus is one stressor where leaning on your friends and family is essential. Let’s take a closer look at tinnitus and how you can help your friends and family experiencing it feel supported and…
What to Know About Fluctuating Hearing Loss
Fluctuating hearing loss is a form of hearing loss that changes over time and can impact a child’s development, particularly speech and language skills. It can be caused by conductive or sensorineural issues and can worsen over time. It’s important for parents and educators to understand the signs to help aid a child. Fluctuating hearing…
Four Habits That Can Benefit Your Hearing Health
Did you know that October is Audiology Awareness Month? The campaign was created in 2008 by the American Academy of Audiology with the goal of heightening the importance of hearing health and advocating ways to protect your hearing. As the month draws to a close, we wanted to highlight a few everyday activities that can…
Can Ear Piercings Affect Hearing Aids?
If you are new to hearing aids or considering getting them to treat your hearing loss, you likely have many questions. If you’re one of the many people with ear piercings, you may be curious if they will interfere with your new hearing aids. Hearing Aids Should Work with Most Ear Piercings In general, you…
How to Solve Common Hearing Aid Problems
Hearing aids have a microphone that collects sound, an amplifier that raises its volume and a speaker that transmits it directly into the ear canal. Data from the MarkeTrak 2022 survey found that most hearing aid users report quality-of-life benefits from their hearing aids. The small but technologically advanced devices can help improve communication with…
Make the Most of a Night Out With Hearing Loss
Approximately two percent of adults aged 45 to 54 have disabling hearing loss. While hearing loss can be frustrating, it doesn’t need to stop you from enjoying a night out on the town with your friends and family. Because hearing loss is so widespread, most museums, movie theaters and venues are equipped with assistive technology….
How To Have the Best Experience on Public Transportation With Hearing Loss
Public transportation like The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART is cost-effective, environmentally friendly and can be a great way to get around the city. However, while these services can be extremely helpful in your daily life, they can occasionally be challenging to navigate with hearing loss. Approximately 15% of American adults report trouble hearing. Knowing…
Why Do Hearing Loss & Tinnitus Occur During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy is often an exciting time for expectant parents; however, the side effects can be exhausting. Not only can you feel fatigued, nauseous and swollen, but you may also experience audiological symptoms like hearing loss and tinnitus. Tinnitus, in particular, affects about one in three pregnant women, compared to one in 10 women who aren’t…