Audiobooks Can Help with Auditory Training
The rehabilitation process for hearing loss doesn’t end when you put on your first set of hearing aids. Most audiologists recommend auditory training, which is a specialized form of listening that helps improve your ability to process, perceive and interpret auditory information. In fact, one study reports, “Although improved technology may partially address some listening…
Tips For Solo Travelers With Hearing Loss
Traveling solo can be a rewarding and empowering experience. If you have hearing loss, you may feel understandably intimidated by the idea of taking a trip alone. However, research has shown that it’s beneficial for socialization and health to be able to travel outside your local area. Thankfully, there are several tips you can follow…
Job Interview Tips for if You Have Hearing Loss
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, “Approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” If you’re among this population and you’re preparing for a job interview, you may be wondering what you can do to ensure you ace it. We review tips for…
How to Have the Best Valentine’s Day with Hearing Loss
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders reports that “One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears.” If you’re one of these numbers, you may be feeling a little apprehensive about Valentine’s Day. Below we review how…
Household Bugs Are More than Just a Pest – Some May Cause Hearing Loss
There are many potential causes of hearing loss, and some may be very surprising. For example, did you know that the presence of certain bugs and other pests in your home can contribute to hearing problems? We review how this happens and how to protect your ears below. Cicadas Cicadas only emerge from the ground…
What’s the Connection Between Concerts & Hearing Loss?
For many young people, there’s nothing more exciting than feeling music move through your body when attending a concert at Amalie Arena on Channelside Drive. However, attending or playing without proper protection can pose a risk to your hearing. We review the connection between concerts and hearing loss below. How Do Loud Sounds Cause Damage?…
Benefits of a Hearing Test
Each year, you see your primary care physician for a physical and your dentist for a couple cleanings, but when was the last time you saw your audiologist for a hearing test? If you haven’t scheduled one in a while – or ever – we review a list of benefits to help encourage you below….
What Is Aural Rehabilitation?
Aural rehabilitation (AR) can be defined as a holistic approach to improving the quality of life of someone with hearing loss through multiple strategies, including sensory management, instruction, perceptual training and counseling. In short, it is a combination of strategies to help someone live the life they want to live with their hearing loss. Below…
Common Issues with Ears & How to Treat Them
Though most of us get annual physicals to check the health of the rest of our bodies, many neglect the health of their ears. It’s important to ensure you have healthy ears for the sake of your hearing, mental health, cognitive abilities and safety. Below we review common issues with the ears and how to…
Is There a Connection Between Fibromyalgia & Hearing Loss?
The term “comorbidity” refers to a medical condition that occurs alongside another. For example, some comorbidities of fibromyalgia include tension headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, depression and hearing loss. We review the connection between fibromyalgia and hearing loss, in particular, below. What Is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by musculoskeletal…