People today have embraced a DIY approach to many things, from home maintenance to healthcare. Part of this is that we are busier than ever, so finding the time to seek out and then see a professional about an issue… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘ear health’
Three Health Conditions Connected to Hearing Loss
Hearing loss, either temporary or permanent, can have a huge impact on your daily life. It can make it more difficult to do things you enjoy, hurt your relationships with people around you, and even make it more likely that you… Read More
Tips to Cope with Tinnitus
Awareness about tinnitus is spreading and many people consider chronic tinnitus as devastating as hearing loss. If you suffer from tinnitus, then you know how agonizing the constant ringing sensation can be. But fortunately over the years doctors have started… Read More
Three Ways to Protect Your Hearing
It’s so important to make sure that you protect your hearing as much as you can. Hearing loss is irreversible in most cases, so it is better to take preventative measures now to help your hearing health. Here are three… Read More
What You Should Know About Labyrinthitis
The inner ear is a magnificent example of design; each part, no matter how small works together to transform vibrations and airwaves into recognizable sounds that we can hear and understand. Because the inner ear has so many parts, there… Read More
The Science of Hearing
Hearing is one of our most critical senses. While we can certainly live without it, many of our cultural ideas and touchstones rely on our ability to hear. But, how does hearing work? The answer, while complicated, can be explained… Read More
How Spring Allergies May Hurt Your Ear Health
If you are dreading the pollen this spring, you are far from alone. Over fifty million Americans suffer from allergies this time of year. In addition to the discomfort, environmental allergies can do damage on your ears. Here are a… Read More
How is Tinnitus Linked to Hearing Loss?
Many people know tinnitus as the infamous “ringing in the ears.” In reality, tinnitus can sound like many things. People experience a range of sounds with tinnitus, from ringing to buzzing, hissing, whistling, and more. When you experience tinnitus, or… Read More
Your First Audiology Appointment: What to Expect
Maybe you developed some recent concerns about your hearing, or you decided that taking a holistic approach to your health should include getting regular checkups for your ears. Either way, if you’ve never been to an audiologist before, you might… Read More
How You Can Protect Your Hearing During the Winter
This winter, with temperatures dropping sometimes into the single digits, cold weather health and safety has been more important than ever. But as you may know, it is just as important to protect your ears while you are bundling up… Read More