When to Have Your Hearing Tested and Why It’s Important
There are a number of factors that go into determining when you should have your hearing tested. Understanding when to get a hearing test is crucial, as untreated hearing loss has been linked to a wide range of physical and mental health issues. The Difference Between a Hearing Test and Hearing Screening Going through a…
How to Prevent the Most Common Hearing Aid Problems
Your hearing aids help you connect with loved ones and move seamlessly through the hearing world. While these are devices designed to provide you years of service, like other electronics, hearing aids can become damaged if not taken care of. Below is a look at the most common problems hearing aid users experience and how…
5 Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss
The most common causes of hearing loss are aging and exposure to loud noises. While there is nothing you can do about the march of time, there are measures you can take to protect your hearing and prevent hearing loss. We outline five of these below. 1. Protect Your Ears from Loud Noises Perhaps the…
How to Care for Your Hearing Aid Batteries
Though many of today’s hearing aids are made with built-in rechargeable batteries, many still take disposable button batteries that contain mercury, silver, lithium and other toxic metals. Knowing how to care for your hearing aid batteries can help prevent a disaster, which is why we outline the do’s and don’ts of hearing aid batteries below….
Caring for Your Hearing Aids
Even if you take exceptional care of your car, you still bring it into The Car & Truck Guys for scheduled maintenance. The same is true with your hearing aids. Even though they are built to last, they still require proper care and maintenance to ensure they are working their best. Daily Routine You should…
Understanding Low-Frequency Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects more than 48 million Americans. Most have trouble hearing the chirping of birds and the voices of women and children. But for a small group, their hearing loss affects their ability to hear low-frequency sounds. How You Hear Sounds When you hear your doorbell ring, there is a complex process that happens…
Does Hearing Loss Affect Memory?
Untreated hearing loss can have an impact on almost every aspect of your life, including your physical, mental and emotional health. A decrease in your ability to retain and recall information is the newest impact experts are associating with hearing loss. Hearing Loss & Concentration In order to follow a conversation, those with hearing loss…
Do You Have a Cold or a Sinus Infection?
Experiencing a runny nose or head congestion is common in the winter months. Since these symptoms are associated with various health conditions, including both the common cold and a sinus infection, it may be hard to determine if and when you need to seek medical attention. Understanding the difference between these two ailments can ensure…
The Pros and Cons of Common Hearing Aid Styles
If you have hearing loss, the first step to better hearing is to schedule a hearing test. Once an audiologist determines the exact type and degree of your hearing loss, the second step is to be fit with hearing aids. There are many styles of hearing devices available, and all the choices can be overwhelming….
How Serious Can a Sinus Infection Get?
More than 30 million Americans experience a sinus infection each year. They can come and go quickly or linger for months at a time. While most infections are no cause for alarm, sinus infections can become serious if not treated properly. Understanding the signs and symptoms can ensure you seek treatment when needed. Understanding Your…