Playing Sports with Hearing Loss
While having a good sense of hearing may not be number one on the list of attributes that make a good athlete, it is rather important. But there are plenty of deaf and hard of hearing athletes that have made names for themselves and paved the way for others to follow in their footsteps. Famous…
Preventing Hearing Aid Damage
Hearing aids are a significant investment, not just in money but also in time – so taking care of them to prevent damage is essential. In addition, if your hearing aid breaks or is damaged, not only are you out the time and money of getting it repaired or replaced, you also have to live…
Wearing Hearing Aids Can Make You Safer
You’ve likely heard about what benefits hearing aids can have on your communication and relationships. What’s less well-known is that hearing aids can also improve your physical safety. Studies have linked untreated hearing loss to a variety of safety concerns, including accidental injuries, workplace accidents, total hospital visits and hospital readmission. Fortunately, the use of…
4 Reasons to Stop Ignoring Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects more than just your hearing. By choosing to ignore your hearing loss, you put your physical wellness, mental health, career and relationships at risk. Learn more about the risks associated with untreated hearing loss below: Physical Wellness According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of injury for…
When to Purchase New Hearing Devices
Hearing aids are sophisticated devices that receive daily use in harsh environments, subject to moisture, heat, dirt and earwax. As precisely built as they are, at some point they will need to be replaced. Figuring out when is the key to uninterrupted communications. No product lasts forever. Over time, mechanical problems can develop, or the…
What to Expect During a Hearing Test
People wait an average of seven years to seek treatment for their hearing loss. If you are one of these people, chances are you have some apprehension about getting a hearing test that’s been holding you back. Below is an overview of what to expect from your first hearing test: Full Health History Before any…
Protect Your Hearing this Super Bowl
Anyone who has been to a football game or who has watched one on TV with an impassioned fan knows at least one thing about the sport: it’s loud. Whether you’re one of the screaming fans in the stands or you’re rooting for your team from the comfort of your living room, getting loud is…
Is Hearing Loss Inheritable?
Hearing loss, like most physiological conditions, has both genetic and environmental factors. Researchers don’t fully understand the connection between genes and hearing loss, but studies show that hearing loss can, in some cases, be hereditary. Non-syndromic Hearing Loss Non-syndromic hearing loss is classified as hearing loss that is not associated with any other syndrome; rather,…
Can I Fix My Own Hearing Aids?
If you know the difference between an Allen wrench and a Phillips head screwdriver, you might be tempted to tinker with your hearing aids should they stop working properly. While we applaud your DIY mentality, your Lake Charles audiologist doesn’t recommended attempting to repair hearing aids yourself. These are sophisticated instruments with complex internal circuitry…
Noisy Toys to Avoid This Holiday Season
The holiday shopping season is winding down, but let’s face it, many parents in Lake Charles haven’t yet completed buying gifts for their kids. Toys are certainly on their Dear, Santa lists, but some of them might be hazardous to your childrens’ hearing. Ho-ho-how do you know which toys to avoid? We can help! The…