Living with tinnitus can be a daily struggle. Tinnitus can come in many forms, but it often manifests as a ringing, buzzing, or humming noise. Millions of people experience tinnitus every year. The persistent noise from tinnitus can make even simple daily tasks a challenge. Some people experiencing tinnitus report that they’re having trouble concentrating …
How do Hearing Aids Work?
Hearing aids can help people hear a wider range of sounds at a much crisper volume. They can help address a wide variety of hearing issues including age-related hearing loss, hyperacusis, tinnitus, and various others. Currently, it is estimated that hearing aids could potentially help about 1 in 5 adults. For adults above the age …
How is Hearing Loss Tested and Measured?
Hearing loss is incredibly common and will affect nearly all people, to some extent. In fact, on average, we lose about 0.5 percent of our ability to hear per year. This means that, typically, the average person will only hear about 80 percent as well as they were able to 40 years ago. Individuals who …
5 Causes of Hyperacusis
Do you feel increasingly sensitive to sound? If normal sounds, like driving through traffic, loud chewing, a phone ringing, or a dog barking cause you discomfort or pain, you may be suffering from decreased sound tolerance or hyperacusis. Hyperacusis is a relatively rare hearing disorder that amplifies the everyday sounds around you. While not life-threatening, …
Preventing Age-Related Hearing Loss: 6 Healthy Strategies
On average, we lose about 0.5 percent of our hearing capacity with each passing year. This means that, statistically, we lose about 5 percent of our natural hearing ability per decade and we lose 10 percent of hearing ability every two decades. Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) can be incredibly frustrating. As our hearing begins to …
Becoming an Audiologist: Everything You Need to Know
Currently, there are about 16,000 licensed audiologists in the United States. Audiology is a growing field that is also very dynamic. Audiologists, generally speaking, are responsible for helping people with hearing issues and other conditions related to the ear. The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) predicts that over the next 30 years, …
Does Tinnitus Retraining Therapy Work?
Tinnitus is a very common hearing symptom that affects about 20 percent of the population. Left untreated, tinnitus can create an array of problems, including sleeping difficulties, interrupted thoughts, negative moods, and challenges holding a conversation. Tinnitus also overlaps with other hearing conditions, which is why a tinnitus-centric approach to hearing treatment is often among …
Coronavirus Response & Resources
Update: May 20, 2020 We want to thank everyone for your patience during this challenging and transformational time. We have been overwhelmed by your support and flexibility over the past several months. The world has changed, and so have we. For the safety of you and our staff, we have implemented the following measures which …
Why Coronavirus Stress Can Spike Tinnitus and How to Manage It
Coronavirus has caused a massive spike in anxiety worldwide. With endless closures, cancellations, travel bans and skyrocketing unemployment, life as we know it has completely changed in a matter of weeks. With worries about the stock market, shortages of hand sanitizer and empty shelves at the grocery store, it’s no surprise your tinnitus worries and …
Is Tinnitus Genetic?
Tinnitus is essentially described as any sound that you hear in your ears or in your head that can only be heard by you. Studies have found that upwards of 8 – 25% of the population deal with some form of tinnitus. Often, this comes in the form of a persistent ringing or buzzing noise. …
Are Hearing Aids Tax Deductible?
Currently, about 10 million Americans have hearing aids or a related hearing device. Hearing aids are remarkably useful for treating hearing loss, especially since there is no cure for sensorineural hearing loss. Only about 30 percent of people with hearing loss are receiving adequate care. Currently, there are about 25 million people who could benefit …
Pulsatile Tinnitus: (Symptoms, Causes & Treatments)
Tinnitus is a medical symptom that affects about 20 percent of adults at some point in their life. When an individual is suffering from tinnitus, they will hear sounds, such as buzzing, ringing, or rattling, even when there is no source of sound present. Because tinnitus is so common, its onset and development are commonly …
Can Hearing Loss be Reversed?
In this article, we will discuss the most important things for you to know about hearing loss and how and when hearing loss can be reversed. Hearing loss can be an incredibly frustrating condition to deal with. As you begin to lose your hearing, you will have difficulty engaging in fruitful conversations with others, enjoying …
How To Use Sound Therapy for Tinnitus
Tinnitus is an extremely common hearing problem that affects about 15 percent of all adults. Individuals who experience tinnitus will consistently hear hissing, ringing, buzzing, or other unpleasant sounds, even when there are no external sources of sound present. For two decades, sound therapy and other tinnitus treatment options (such as TRT) have been introduced …
Audiologist vs ENT vs Physician: What’s the Difference?
If you’re suffering from hearing or balance issues you may be confused about where to turn for help. In this guide, you’ll discover the difference between an Audiologist and ENT, and when to visit one. The specific condition you are suffering from will help determine which type of professional (general physician, audiologist, or an ENT) …
