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Age is not the only factor that contributes to hearing loss. This chart shows some of the most common factors besides aging that cause hearing loss. Check it out.

Hearing tests are quick and painless. But, they can tell your hearing specialist a lot about your symptoms and what kind of hearing loss you may have. There are several different types of tests your hearing specialist can perform. In most cases, they will perform more than one type. This gives them a better picture of what is going on and how they can treat you.

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Many of us entering our 60s or 70s are probably feeling a lot younger than our parents’ generation did. By and large, we’re more active and have enjoyed a more balanced diet in recent decades. Still, with over 48 million Americans of all ages experiencing some type of hearing loss, many of us are loath to pursue hearing aids to correct the problem. https://drhear.com/how-hearing-aids-can-change-your-life/

This fun video will test your ears and tell you how old your ears are. Watch and learn! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxcbppCX6Rk&t=13s

We offer a variety of services to help patients with hearing loss. Learn more about the different ways we can help you hear better again or how we can help you with your hearing aid. https://drhear.com/contact-us/

32% of Americans aged 55 years or more have significant hearing loss. Yet, only 12% of people who receive a formal hearing loss diagnosis get hearing aids, and those who do often wait 7 to 10 years before being fitted. Postponing treatment might seem like a simple inconvenience, but it could have serious consequences. Studies show that even mild degrees of untreated hearing loss can increase risk of dementia, raise chances of depression and social isolation, and are associated with falls or other health complications. https://www.mcknightsseniorliving.com//4-ways-to-promote-/

Communicating with a loved one suffering from hearing loss can be very difficult for everyone. These effective strategies can help improve communication and ease frustration. Check them out! https://drhear.com/improving-communication-with-your-family/

If you are looking to communicate more effectively with someone with hearing loss, here are a few tips to make the conversation easier for them. Keep background noise low. Turn down the TV or radio and turn off fans and running water so you can hear more easily. If you are unsure you understood, summarize what you think was said so the speaker can confirm or explain again. You may get tired after communicating in very difficult listening environments like a noisy party. Don’t be too hard on yourself and give yourself a break in a quiet area to recharge. https://drhear.com/help-for-you/#

FM Systems are wireless assistive hearing devices that enhance the use of hearing aids, cochlear implants and also assist people who are hard of hearing but do not wear hearing aids. They are like miniature radio stations operating on special frequencies. https://drhear.com/assistive-listening-devices/

There are several types of hearing tests/screenings we perform in order to determine the degree of a patient's hearing loss. One type of test is called speech audiometry. This test is broken down into two different speech tests. One will determine how softly you are able to hear words and the other will measure how clearly you are able to understand words. https://drhear.com/hearing-test-screenings/

Those with mild to moderate hearing loss do not realize their actions like turning up the tv or asking to repeat a question were actually signs of hearing loss. Most signs go unnoticed for years until the symptoms get worse.

Despite the many groundbreaking medical advances of the last century, there are still some conditions that continue to perplex scientists. One such symptom is tinnitus, which people have reported experiencing as far back as the 1600 BC. Tinnitus is characterized by hearing unwanted sounds, such as a ringing, buzzing, or humming noise in your ears or head. For one in eight people, these sounds never disappear. Although the condition is more common in older adults possibly due to the natural aging process tinnitus can affect people of all ages, including young children. https://thenextweb.com//why-tinnitus-is-still-such-a-myst/

People with hearing loss may fall into one of three listening styles, passive, assertive, or aggressive. Many people with hearing loss are passive communicators, especially when they have just begun experiencing communication difficulties. Passive communicators tend to withdraw from conversations and or pretend they understand out of fear of embarrassment. For some people, it seems easier to be passive, but this communication style can leave one feeling isolated and depressed because their needs are not being met. With certain communication partners, passive communication might be ideal, but it can grow quite frustrating. https://drhear.com/help-for-you/

Thresholds are the softest sounds (usually pure tones or speech) a person can detect 50% of the time. The term is used for both speech and pure tone testing.

Hearing aids are not a one size fits all solution. While hearing loss can naturally occur over time, there are instances where it is a symptom of a more significant issue. Without seeing a hearing specialist you cannot address the underlying cause of your hearing loss. Buying a hearing aid to "fix the problem" could lead to further problems down the road. A qualified hearing specialist will be able to identify if your hearing loss is part of a bigger issue.

Why is the seal on hearing aid batteries important? You should always purchase unopened battery packages. Make sure the seal on a new battery is unbroken. Hearing aid batteries begin to discharge as soon as the protective seal has been removed. https://drhear.com/hearing-aid-batteries/

You have taken your first step in addressing your hearing health. This video will give you information and insight into what your first appointment will be like. The hardest part is over the rest is easy, be comforted that you are in good hands and we are here to help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qh1KXy0kdc&t=4s