Putting on your hearing aids Step 1: Identify the left & right hearing aid. The left hearing aid will have a blue dot visible on the hearing aid. The right hearing aid will have a red dot visible on the hearing aid. We need to identify the difference as each hearing aid may be programmed […]
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As hearing technology continues to advance each year, hearing aids have transformed from a single-purpose device to wearable tech. This transformation has prompted hearing aid manufacturers to provide high-quality hearing aids with technical improvements each year. New features include adapting machine learning, voice control, Bluetooth streaming to add more functionality to hearing aids. While these […]
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An Acoustic Neuroma (also known as Vestibular Schwannoma) is a rare, growth that develops on the hearing/balance nerve between the brain and inner ear, often causing hearing loss, tinnitus or balance problems. What Causes an acoustic neuroma? Acoustic neuromas are rare. In over 95% of cases they occur spontaneously and are not related to lifestyle […]
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Hyperacusis is an auditory disorder when a person experiences difficulties tolerating sounds at a normal level. In some instances, low level or normal sound levels can become unbearable or the person can experience pain within the ear. External sounds including conversations, vacuum cleaning, kitchen appliances, or busy offices can become difficult to tolerate the sound. […]
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Tinnitus is an auditory condition in which there is the perception of sounds or noise within the ears or head when there is no external sound source. Common descriptions of perceived tinnitus include buzzing, ringing, humming or music. The British Society of Audiology estimates that 1 in 10 people in the UK lives with persistent […]
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There are many benefits of treating hearing loss when first diagnosed. Quite often people become hesitant in engaging in conversation for fear of not being able to hear clearly. Our Audiologists are frequently asked, Should I treat my hearing loss now or will it get worse? Hearing loss occurs due to the tiny hair cells […]
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