Any time you think about making public places accessible for people with disabilities, the obvious first thing you think of are modifications for wheelchairs. But what about accessibility for people with hearing loss? That is where hearing loops come in. Venues with hearing loops provide much sharper speech and sound directly to the telecoils inside […]
Is there such a thing as genetic hearing loss? The simple response to this question is ‚Yes. Genetic abnormalities actually cause most types of hearing loss. In the developed world, hearing loss is regarded as the most common hereditary birth defect. Genetics 101. They way your body functions and looks is governed by the genetic […]
When you start shopping for hearing aids you will quickly come across many distinct styles to choose from among them the receiver-in-canal (RIC). There are a number of benefits particular to receiver in canal units, as well as many commonalities with behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids. This short article serves as a brief introduction of the […]
Hearing a person speaking in a quiet room is very different from trying to hear a conversation in a crowded diner. Many digital hearing aids have various listening programs to help compensate for variations in listening environments. Having access to multiple listening programs ensures that you can hear at your best no matter what atmosphere […]
Three of the more identifiable signs and symptoms of Meniere’s disease are vertigo, tinnitus, and fluctuating hearing loss. Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes problems with hearing and balance. Although science hasn’t yet found a cure for this disorder, there are a number of things you can do to decrease […]
When a hearing aid wearer attempts to listen to a speaker in a crowded area, the levels of background noise can quickly become daunting. This is especially true in noisy venues such as movie theaters, concert halls, auditoriums and churches. Hearing loop systems offer a simple solution to this issue, making it very easy for […]
From a crowded restaurant to a busy sidewalk, you can confront overpowering amounts of noise almost anywhere. For the hearing aid users, the problem of background noise can be immense. It‚Äôs a big challenge to differentiate one sound from the background noise. Fortunately, many newer hearing devices are incorporating a digital noise reduction feature, a […]
You would like to help people struggling with hearing loss, but the choice of charities is overwhelming. Selecting which charities to support financial is based on several factors including the cause itself, the reputation of the organization and the intended use of the funds. Look for a large, well-known hearing health charity organization that is […]
When shopping for a hearing aid for yourself or a loved one you will be confronted by a variety of designs and shapes, and one of the more common is In-the-Ear (ITE). These hearing aids are a great choice for people with mild to moderate hearing loss as they are small, comfortable, and fit securely […]
One of the simplest steps you can take to protect your ability to hear is to use earplugs. These small devices are inserted into the ear to block out disruptive or damaging sounds. Shopping for ear plugs can be confusing, as there are a large variety of styles available, but with patience and a little […]