Could You Have Reactive Tinnitus?
If you’ve noticed that your tinnitus (ringing in your ears) worsens when exposed to everyday sounds in your environment, you may be experiencing reactive tinnitus. According to Brian Taylor, Au.D., senior director of audiology at Signia, “Reactive tinnitus is a form of tinnitus that changes in loudness, quality or pitch, in response to average or…
The Link Between Hearing & Your Golf Score
The game of golf is filled with hazards. Water, bunkers and sand traps can all wreak havoc on your game. Another important factor that can affect your final score is your hearing. You not only need to hear well out of both ears—you also need to be able to hear the sound of your swing. …
Celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month With an Audiologist Visit
Along with enjoying nature’s soundtrack as we spend more time outdoors, there’s another reason to care for your hearing this May. It’s been designated as National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, previously known as Better Hearing and Speech Month. Organized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, this month encourages people to seek treatment for hearing loss—particularly the 37.5 million…
Hearing Health: An Integral Part of ENT Care
March 3rd is World Hearing Day, and hearing health is an essential element of otolaryngology. From ear infections and hearing loss to tinnitus and balance disorders, ENT specialists are trained to handle a broad spectrum of conditions related to the ear. Diagnosing Hearing Conditions The first step in managing hearing-related conditions is an accurate diagnosis,…
Do Noise-Canceling Earbuds Protect Your Hearing?
Whether you’re commuting, working or enjoying a run in the park, you want to enjoy the music playing through your headphones or earbuds without distracting background noise overpowering it. This is where noise-canceling technology comes in. There are two types of noise cancellation: active and passive. Which one you should use depends on what type…
Eat Well for Healthy Hearing
You’ve probably heard the phrase “you are what you eat.” While that may not be entirely true, the foods you consume can have a positive effect on your hearing. Studies indicate foods rich in certain nutrients can help boost your hearing. In some cases, they may even help prevent or delay hearing loss. Omega-3 fatty…
Want to Reduce Your Risk for Dementia? Get a Hearing Test Sooner
Researchers have known for years about the link between hearing loss and dementia. Evidence has shown that people with hearing loss are up to five times as likely to develop dementia than those with normal hearing1 and that unaddressed hearing loss in mid-life is one of the highest modifiable risk factors for developing dementia.2 Now,…
Why are You Ordering a Hearing Test When Your Ear Feels Plugged?
When we have hearing loss, often the ear feels plugged and our brain cannot understand the hearing loss. A hearing test or audiogram can help make an accurate diagnosis and measure the middle ear pressures. A hearing loss is often diagnosed even though the patient is not aware of the loss.
Intro to Hearing Testing: Everything You Need to Know
Getting a hearing test is the first step in an individual’s hearing health journey. Here are answers to common questions about the process. Should I Get a Hearing Test Early? Since hearing loss happens gradually over time, many people are unaware they have it until it reaches an advanced stage. Unfortunately, untreated hearing loss of…
Earwax
To soften earwax, use mineral oil or baby oil. Place three to five drops in the clogged ear and let it soak in. Do this daily for a week. To clear the ear, use a bulb syringe. Mix vinegar and water, 50% each. Use a bulb syringe to rinse a half a cup into each…