If you or your loved one are not sure about their hearing, here are a few questions to ask them: If the answer is “yes” to three or more of these questions, there could be a hearing problem and you should schedule an appointment with one of our clinicians. If you suspect you or your…
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It is never easy to confront a problem with someone you love, particularly if the person is older than you, like a parent, or is not used to taking your advice. Here are some helpful hints for managing this kind of problem:
Our bodies are complex systems where different parts often impact each other in surprising ways. When we look at the details of how cardiovascular health affects our ability to hear, it becomes evident that looking after our hearts could also mean protecting our hearing. February is American Heart Month– but what does your hearing have…
1. Do They Have Extensive Experience? Our professionals have over 40 years of combined experience and have treated over 7000 patients in Utah County over the last 20 years. Experience matters in finding the best treatment plan for each unique patient! 2. Do They Think Brain First? We actually hear with our brains and not…
Not Just About Hearing At Timpanogos Hearing & Tinnitus, we go a step further than many hearing clinics by monitoring health concerns that relate to hearing. One of these important concerns is the possibility of falling which is increased by untreated hearing loss. Backed by solid research, the correlation between falls and hearing loss is…
by: Dr. Layne Garrett, AuD Many people believe that hearing loss is simply a part of the aging process that happens as you get older. We often tell people that while hearing loss is common (think like 30% of those over 65 and 55% for those over 75), it is NOT normal. Hearing loss is…
by: Dr. Layne Garrett, AuD New and Frightening Information For Young People Scary information was recently published in the British Medical Journal Global Health. Somewhere between 670 million and 1.35 billion young people are risking their hearing by listening to music too loud, going to loud concerts and nightclubs, and other risky listening activities. Hearing…
By Dr. Keith N. Darrow, Ph.D., CCC-A, FAAA Hearing loss and tinnitus are more than an inconvenience—they are a neurologic condition that gets worse with time and impacts memory, emotional well-being, and physical health. The journey of hearing loss and tinnitus doesn’t happen overnight but instead progresses through distinct stages—beginning (for most) in their 40s…
Hearing loss affects millions of individuals, particularly as they age, and has been linked to cognitive decline and dementia. A recent study from November 21 of 2024 sheds light on the potential of hearing aids as a preventative measure against dementia in older adults- especially those between the ages of 50-74 who often feel they…
When you go to a hearing healthcare provider, it’s not just about buying something to put in your ear and instantly fixing the problem. That’s like thinking you can lose weight just by taking a magic pill. If you find one that works, let me know! You’ve already started by reading this. The next step…