Most individuals think that as they age hearing loss will be inevitable. In truth, damage from recurring exposure to loud noise is also a major factor. Permanent hearing loss accumulates with each exposure to noises like lawnmowers, overly loud earbuds, and concerts. Preventable hearing loss isn’t limited to adults either, we’re seeing more and more […]
Tinnitus is an incredibly common medical condition. Tinnitus can become so extreme that it becomes a burden to live with for about 20 million individuals worldwide. This doesn’t even reference the more common types of tinnitus, which for most individuals can come and go without causing a huge impact on their quality of life. Tinnitus […]
Even mild hearing loss can significantly impact everyday life, affecting interactions with friends, family, and co-workers, as well as complicating regular activities such as grocery shopping. But transformative changes can be introduced by the use of correctly tuned hearing aids. Top ten reasons to get hearing aids While the primary benefit of hearing aids is […]
It might seem as if the causes of noise-related hearing loss are functionally well-understood. After all, the name itself suggests a fairly straightforward cause-and-effect relationship. The universal understanding is simply that loud sounds damage the hearing mechanisms in the ear, resulting in long-term and irreversible hearing loss. Though we’ve recognized this for some time now, […]
Coping with an itch in your inner ear can be highly uncomfortable and distracting. While your instinct may tempt you to use your finger or a little object to scratch the itch, it is essential to know the root cause first. Pinpointing the safest and most effective way to deal with the itch depends on […]
Everyone loves the idea of a miracle cure that helps increase your lifespan. That’s why you can find a huge number of these miracle cures all over the internet promising longevity if you do this one trick. The healthcare community doesn’t endorse the vast majority of these supposed cures as they have no real medical […]
If you haven’t had your hearing tested since you were in grade school, you’re not the only one, it’s often not part of a routine adult physical, and, regrettably, we tend to treat hearing reactively rather than proactively. Luckily, a professional hearing specialist can discover a wealth of information from a hearing test which can […]
When we were younger, we often ignored the long-term health repercussions of what we ate, we were more interested in taste and instant gratification. However, as older people, we’ve come to know that what we eat significantly impacts our well-being in unexpected ways. Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between poor nutrition and hearing […]
From sporting events to family gatherings to fireworks displays to motorcycle rides, summer is filled with fun activities. And while most of these activities are safe, many can present invisible risks to your hearing health. Over time, the loud noises that accompany some of these experiences can result in irreversible hearing damage. A loud motorcycle […]
Motorcycle enthusiasts often cite the thrill of speed and the love for the open road as the driving force behind their enthusiasm. But this exhilarating hobby comes at a high risk of irreversible hearing damage for people who ride a lot. A comprehensive study carried out by a notable German automobile association in partnership with […]