Whereas watches have traditionally served one basic function—telling time—nowadays, their applications seem limitless. One area developers have focused on is providing innovative health care solutions, and the Apple Watch is no exception. Developers are hailing Apple’s Noise app as a great tool in the prevention of hearing loss, a widespread epidemic affecting approximately 48 million…
It looks like we are all going to be wearing face mask for a period of time. We have received recent reports from our own patients about the loss of their hearing aids. While we are uncertain about how long we will need to continue the practice of using face masks out in public places…
Hearing loss has been linked to a number of physical, social and psychological conditions including dementia, diabetes, anxiety, depression and social withdrawal. One of its lesser known side effects is fatigue. If you have been feeling more tired than usual lately and experience hearing loss, there may be a correlation between the two. The reason…
The primary difference between an audiologist and a hearing instrument specialist is that the audiologist has an advanced degree and is an expert in all aspects of hearing healthcare, including diagnostic audiological testing and the fitting of hearing devices; while the hearing instrument specialist is licensed for the purpose of dispensing hearing aids only. Should…
Buying hearing devices isn’t like buying a flat screen TV. Hearing devices are not just electronic devices, but rather a rehabilitative treatment, requiring long-term commitment to their use. Understanding this fact, and that fit and follow-up are equally as important as the hearing device itself, will go a long way toward increasing your satisfaction with…
Now that cold and flu season is upon us, it’s time to prepare for the possibility of an extended bout of illness. Getting a flu shot is your best chance of avoiding the flu, but it’s no guarantee you won’t experience an onslaught of symptoms that includes fever, aches and pains in the muscles and…
Tinnitus can prevent you from falling asleep or getting enough quality restorative sleep, leading to daytime grogginess, anxiety, stress and reduced mental alertness. This can have serious consequences on your health, job performance, and relationships. There are steps you can take to help lessen the nightly impact of tinnitus and ensure a good night’s sleep….
Hearing loss has been linked to a number of physical, social and psychological conditions including dementia, diabetes, anxiety, depression and social withdrawal. One of its lesser known side effects is fatigue. If you have been feeling more tired than usual lately and experience hearing loss, there may be a correlation between the two. The reason…
Diabetes can cause blurry vision, hunger, thirst and fatigue; a lesser known associated condition is hearing loss. In fact, the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) found hearing loss to be about twice as common in adults with diabetes compared to those without the disease. This study is alarming to many otolaryngologists…
New evidence shows a link between poor heart health and hearing loss. The reason for this surprising correlation? The inner ear is extremely sensitive to blood flow, so obstructions in the arteries and veins – symptoms of impaired cardiovascular health – can impact the peripheral and central auditory systems, leading to hearing impairment. Conversely, when…
