Nov 14, 2017
Hearing loss among the elders in certain primitive tribes is nearly nonexistent because their ears have not been continuously exposed to loud noise. As a result, the health of the “hair cells” of their inner ears (which convert sound waves into nerve signals sent to...
Nov 7, 2017
Whether you use a cell phone or wear a hearing instrument, you want to get the most life out of the batteries that make them work. With this in mind, take care to store them in a cool, dry place. While overheating can lead to loss of energy, leaking, and rupture,...
Oct 31, 2017
Men between ages 20 and 69 years have twice the risk of speech-frequency hearing loss as women do. In women affected by hearing loss, their lessened hearing ability appears to be more prevalent after menopause. With this in mind, many believe that female hormones...
Oct 24, 2017
Music lovers may want to consider that the type of sound processing provided by technically advanced hearing instruments to help wearers make speech more understandable may also make music enjoyment more difficult. Current hearing instruments utilize wide dynamic...
Oct 19, 2017
“Personal sound amplification products” (PSAPs) are over-the-counter hearing assistance devices that include software and tools ranging from smartphone apps to wireless headsets. While they tend to be less expensive than conventional hearing instruments, they are not...
Oct 4, 2017
Visit us during our upcoming open house, on October 10th & 11th from 9am to 4pm. We’ll be celebrating 60 years in business with discounts on selected hearing aids, a ‘lunch and learn’ session, a flatscreen TV giveaway (no purchase necessary) and...
