Hearing Loss Associated with Memory Loss & Mental Health Problems During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This has been a tough year for everyone. As restrictions increased and stay-at-home orders were issued, many were cut off from their support systems and forced to spend more time than ever alone. According to a new study published in the Journal of Audiology, adults with hearing loss over the age of 70 have experienced…
Can Hearing Aids Protect Your Ability to Think?
Hearing loss can affect more than just your ability to hear. When left untreated, it has been linked to a number of issues that affect your quality of life, including feelings of loneliness, anxiety, depression, increased risk of falls and dementia. Even with these negative associations, only about 20% of people seek treatment for their…
How Do Hearing Aids Stimulate Brain Activity?
In addition to helping you hear better, hearing aids allow your brain to stay active, which may help to protect against cognitive decline. Below is a breakdown of how these small electronic devises can play a big role in your brain health. When the Brain Is Deprived of Sound If you are living with untreated…
How to Care for Your Hearing Aids
Your hearing aids represent a significant investment in both time and money. While your devices should last you around five to seven years, this is only possible if they are well-cared for, especially after spending time outdoors like the Spanish Fork Sports Park where they can be subjected to moisture and dust. In addition, you…
How to Manage Tinnitus
While tinnitus is usually described as a ringing in the ears, it can also sound like a roaring, whooshing, buzzing, clicking or hissing. Because there is no external sound source, tinnitus is highly subjective. It can be soft or loud, high- or low-pitch, occur in one or both ears, and be either a minor nuisance…
Winter Is Hard on Your Hearing Aids
Your hearing aids work hard to help you hear and communicate with those you love, which is why you do everything you can to take care of them and make sure they stay in working order. But did you know your hearing aids need a little extra attention in the winter months? We explain why…
What Is a Balance Disorder?
Do you often feel dizzy, experience vertigo, trip over things or fear falling over? If so, you may have a balance disorder. Balance disorders are defined as disturbances in your vestibular system. Learn more about balance disorders below. How Does the Vestibular System Work? Many of your body parts work together to help you balance:…
How Do Audiologists Measure Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing, pulsing or whooshing sound with no external source. Most people experience tinnitus at one time or another – usually after noise exposure like attending a concert – but for some, it is persistent and bothersome. Tinnitus can occur in one or both ears…
Why Are You Dizzy?
There are many parts of your body that work together to help you balance, including your eyes, ears, nerves in the feet and spine, and the brain. If there is an issue with one of these, you’re likely to experience dizziness, vertigo, balance problems and falls. Be sure to schedule an appointment with a physician…
Do Antibiotics Work to Treat Ear Infections?
Ear infections are a common occurrence among children but can affect people of all ages. There are different kinds of ear infections with their own causes and symptoms. Some cases respond well to antibiotics while others will resolve on their own. Understanding the difference between types of ear infections will ensure you seek the right…
