It might surprise you to hear that many people have some mild form of tinnitus. It is extremely common and gets more likely to affect you as you age. It is a real problem but it is also true that often, mild cases do not get reported or diagnosed because the brain works overtime to screen out the ear ringing that is typically associated with tinnitus. This way, most people can … [Read more...]
What is Asymmetrical Hearing Loss and What Should You Do?
Asymmetrical Hearing Loss, or Asymmetric Sensorineural Hearing Loss, is what is referred to when you don’t hear properly out of one ear and may require hearing care. This can commonly be caused by worse damage to one ear than the other. Some of the activities that you enjoy could be dangerous to your hearing, so if you frequently participate in loud events make sure to protect … [Read more...]
Tinnitus Treatment Sound Therapy News and Updates for 2018
It might be difficult for those who don't suffer from this condition to understand just how bothersome tinnitus can be in real life. The easiest way to explain it is to compare the condition with that annoying song that you just cannot get out of your head. Now replace that song with a ringing, buzzing, roaring or hissing sound in your ear. For the most part, whatever sound … [Read more...]
What Are the Best Hearing Aids for Musicians?
Musicians with hearing loss and tinnitus can endure pain, suffering and the loss of sleep. Many musicians need to wear special hearing aids to help them recover from their year of listening to loud music or from damage to the eardrum during performances. If you like to play music or go to loud concerts, properly caring for the ears while at concerts and events is an integral … [Read more...]
How Does Hearing Aid Insurance Work in the US?
If you’ve ever suffered from hearing loss and felt like you couldn’t afford your hearing aids, it’s time that you learned exactly how hearing aid insurance works. One reason that hearing aid coverage can be confusing is because standard health plans and many companies don’t cover hearing aids. This is a source of major economic strain for many families who need to buy hearing … [Read more...]