Is There a Link Between Hearing Aids and Vertigo?
Because vertigo is often linked to inner ear issues, some people wonder if having an object in your ear, like a hearing aid, can cause or worsen symptoms. The good news is that hearing aids cannot cause vertigo and may even work to improve your balance. Understanding Vertigo Vertigo is different from the occasional bouts…
Here’s How Hearing Aids Use New Technology To Help You Hear Better in Crowds
If you have hearing loss, you know how difficult it can be to hear in crowded environments like a work convention or when taking in a San Antonio Spurs game. Thankfully, modern hearing aid technology has advanced to make listening in crowds easier and more enjoyable, and that technology is just going to continue to…
Can Lifestyle Changes Help Relieve Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is a phantom ringing, roaring, whistling, hissing, humming, buzzing or other sound in the ears with no external source. Tinnitus is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself, and as such, there is no cure unless the root cause can be identified and addressed. Unfortunately, in many cases, this isn’t…
What Is Auditory Processing Disorder?
Auditory processing disorder (APD) is a condition related to the auditory system that is often mistaken for hearing loss. Rather than being caused by a problem with the ear, like with hearing loss, it is caused by a problem within the auditory cortex within your brain. This condition can affect both children and adults. We…
Tips For Traveling in a Tour Group When You Have Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is more common than you might think. Research shows that “approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing.” If you are one of the millions with hearing loss, you may worry about the ways in which the condition can impact your life and experiences. If you…
How Hearing Aids Can Relieve Stress
We all face challenges from time to time that can increase our stress levels and make us tense and anxious. For some of us, hearing loss can lead to higher stress levels. You may worry about being unable to follow along during an important work meeting or feeling burnt out from struggling to listen all…