We all hear and understand better when we can see the person who is speaking. Why? Your brain compares what it hears to what it sees. If there is a mismatch between the two messages, you will either misunderstand or say, “Huh?” That is why it is always important to get a person’s attention before […]
The expected life for hearing aid batteries depends on several factors, including the battery size, style of hearing device, settings programmed into the hearing aid (which depends on your hearing needs) and number of hours of use. Battery life could range from 3-20 days. Ask your audiologist for an estimate of the battery life for […]
Even the most sophisticated hearing aids can’t provide perfect understanding in all listening situations. Today’s wireless digital hearing instruments offer seamless connectivity with smartphones, landlines, computers, televisions and portable music players. An easy-to-use hands-free accessory turns your hearing aids into earphones and serves as a remote control for your hearing aids. It also acts as […]
Tinnitus is the perception of sound with no external sound present. According to the American Tinnitus Association, 45 million Americans experience some type of tinnitus. Reactions can range from mild annoyance to debilitation. Many people with tinnitus also have hearing loss. Any time there is a change in hearing or tinnitus, we recommend a complete […]
Since hearing loss often happens gradually over time, many people don’t realize how much they are missing. Adjusting to new hearing aids takes time, as your brain gets used to hearing sounds around you that you haven’t heard in a while. It seems easier to “Save them for a special occasion.” But, the people who […]
Research has shown a connection between hearing loss and numerous medical conditions, including: diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease and dementia. Hearing loss has also been linked with depression, isolation, poor self- esteem and anxiety. Untreated hearing loss reduces your quality of life. Take your hearing health seriously. Make a resolution to: Schedule a hearing […]
Yes. If your employer offers a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), you may use the pre-tax dollars from that plan to purchase hearing aids or hearing aid batteries. Hearing aid repairs are also eligible expenses. If you are planning to purchase hearing aids, discuss the specifics of […]
While Selective Hearing is not a hearing disorder, many partners and family members “diagnose” it every day! This refers to a lack of attention to all or part of what has been said. The brain filters out part of what the ears have heard. But, what if you have a hearing loss? If you can’t […]
There are several options to improve communication on the phone. Amplified telephones not only make speech louder, but some have tone adjustments to improve clarity. Massachusetts residents who have hearing loss can get specialized telephones through the Massachusetts Equipment Distribution Program (MassEDP). Many people who use hearing aids benefit from a special feature in their […]
Because hearing loss often happens gradually over a long period of time, many people are unaware that their hearing has changed. Common signs of hearing loss include: You think everyone is mumbling. You have trouble understanding women’s and children’s voices. You hear well in quiet, but struggle to understand in background noise. You misunderstand words. […]
