Why Is Hearing Loss Associated with an Increased Risk of Falling?
We all know that untreated hearing loss causes difficulty communicating, whether it’s with your closest loved ones or the waiter at your favorite restaurant. But did you know that hearing loss can also increase your risk of a fall-related injury? We explore this link below. The Link Between Hearing Loss & Falls Even a mild…
Hearing Protection for Musicians: What Are the Options?
Hearing is important because it connects us to the world around us and allows us to communicate with our loved ones. But for musicians, hearing is also their livelihood, which is why it’s important to protect it. Below we review how we hear, how loud noises causes damage to our hearing and how musicians can…
The COVID-19 Vaccine & Tinnitus: What You Should Know
Not only is the COVID-19 vaccine saving lives, it is playing an instrumental role in ending the pandemic and getting us back to our normal lives. However, the known side effects of the vaccine are causing some to pause and wonder whether it’s really worth it. It’s common to experience body aches and fatigue after…
Hearing Loss & Loneliness Don’t Have to Go Hand-in-Hand
Hearing loss has been closely tied with a number of negative effects, including depression, anxiety, feelings of loneliness and even cognitive decline in a number of studies. Below we explore the link between hearing loss and feelings of loneliness and discuss the benefits of seeking treatment. The Link Between Hearing Loss & Loneliness One Dutch…
New Research Confirms Tinnitus Is More Severe with Hearing Loss
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or humming sound with no external sound source. Approximately 50 million Americans experience tinnitus in one way or another. Not only can the perceived noise sound different to each person, it can affect one ear or both and range from a mild nuisance to a debilitating…
How Nighttime Noise Can Affect Your Hearing Health
There’s nothing more frustrating on a work night than being woken up to the sound of your neighbors’ dog barking or a siren on a police car rushing off from Lake Charles Police Department waking you up. But did you know that nighttime noise pollution can have long-term effects on your health? Why Good Sleep…
New Study Further Links COVID-19 with Auditory Problems
While researchers have learned a lot of new information about the novel coronavirus over the past year, little is known about the long-term effects of COVID-19. However, one study from the University of Manchester and the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has established a link between COVID and auditory problems. About the Study The…
How Are Hearing Aids Fitted?
Hearing aids come in many shapes, styles, brands, sizes and colors, and finding the perfect fit may seem like an overwhelming process, especially because you can’t try them on like jeans at Prien Lake Mall. Fortunately, you have an audiologist who will work with you every step of the fitting process to ensure your devices…
Hearing Aids Stimulate Brain Activity
As you age, it’s important to keep your brain active by doing the daily crossword puzzle in The American Press or taking a class at SOWELA Technical Community College. This helps your brain stay sharp in order to help prevent cognitive decline. For people with hearing loss, it’s especially important to keep the brain stimulated,…
The 2 Types of Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition described as a ringing in the ears, but it can also present as a clicking, hissing, buzzing, whistling or roaring. For some, tinnitus is a mild nuisance, but for others, it is like the bells at the The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception are constantly ringing in their head. It’s important…