Are There Apps for Tinnitus Management?
Approximately 10% of Americans have experienced tinnitus lasting five minutes or longer in the past year. Tinnitus is the presence of ringing or buzzing in one or both ears when no sound is present. It can cause stress, negatively impact quality of life and often leaves those with chronic tinnitus searching for relief. Although there…
What To Know About High-Frequency Hearing Loss in Children
High-frequency hearing loss is when individuals, particularly children, struggle to perceive high-pitched tones, often due to damage to the hair cells within the inner ear. This type of hearing loss, while more prevalent in older populations, can affect individuals at any age; a study found that 14.2% of participating children who frequently used personal music…
How To Be a Hearing Loss Advocate in The Workplace
The need to cultivate an inclusive and thoughtful environment in the workplace for individuals with hearing loss is essential, given that one out of every eight individuals aged 12 or older in the U.S. experiences this condition. Consider these suggestions for how to be an advocate for those with hearing loss to promote a more…
How to Have Fun at a Theme Park With Hearing Loss
A day at Belmont Theme Park can be filled with zipping around on fast rides, eating deep-fried foods and winning prizes at your favorite games. Hearing loss doesn’t need to stop you from enjoying the theme park activities you love. With some easy accommodations and tips, you can have the best, thrill-filled theme park day…
Is There a Link Between Tinnitus and Blood Pressure Medication?
Tinnitus is a relatively common condition, affecting approximately 15% to 20% of people. Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing or clicking noise in the ears that cannot usually be perceived from outside the ear. It is frequently caused by damage to the ears from loud noise, ear injury, hearing loss or issues with the circulatory system,…
Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss at Concerts
Concerts are a fun way to spend a night out with your friends. If you’ve ever noticed that sounds are muffled or have a slight ringing in your ear after a concert, it is likely because you are experiencing hearing damage. Let’s examine why hearing loss may occur from concerts and what you can do…
Tips For Protecting Your Hearing on the Fourth of July
It’s hard to believe, but it’s almost the Fourth of July. For many of us, that means celebrating with family barbeques or heading to Rancho Santa Fe’s Annual 4th of July Parade & Picnic and, of course, fireworks. While no doubt beautiful and exciting to watch, fireworks can pose a threat to your hearing health….
How Do Our Brains’ Expectations Influence What We Hear?
Throughout the past several decades, the field of neuroscience has exploded with new findings. One theory that has become accepted in these years is that the cerebral cortex generates predictions, and in response, neurons in charge of sensory processing encode the difference between our predictions and reality. The purpose of this post is to review…
What to Know About Your First Hearing Aid
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “About 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from using hearing aids.” If you got a hearing test recently that revealed you could benefit from hearing aids, you may be wondering what to expect. We review everything you need to know below. You May Need…
How To Come to Terms With Your Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a common condition. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately 15% of American adults aged 18 and older report that they have at least some trouble hearing. While some people are born with hearing difficulties, the majority of people with hearing loss start experiencing symptoms gradually…
