Does Medicare Pay for Hearing Aids Medicare pay for hearing aids Hearing loss is a common problem, affecting about 1 in 3 people over age 65 and nearly half of those over 75. It can be caused by aging, genetics or exposure to loud noise. If you’re having trouble hearing what others are saying, you… Continue reading Does Medicare pay for hearing aids?
All About Over the Counter Hearing Aids Over the Counter Hearing Aids Have you been told that hearing aids are too expensive? You can now buy a pair of over the counter hearing aids for less than $200. They’re not as sophisticated or powerful as the ones your audiologist would prescribe, but they still have… Continue reading Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
How To Service Hearing Aids How To Service Hearing Aids Hearing aids are not just an investment. They serve a big role in the daily lives of people with hearing loss. Hence, they are as important (or even more important) as gadgets that you use every day, such as smartphones, smart watches, etc. That being… Continue reading How To Service Hearing Aids
Ear Candles Ear Candles Ear candles are a popular alternative to medications or surgery for ear pain, but they just aren’t worth the risk. The ear candle is lit and inserted into your ear canal. It’s believed that the heat from the flame softens wax in your ears, which then falls out as you blow… Continue reading Ear Candles – Are they any good?
Assistive Listening Devices Assistive Listening Devices Assistive Listening Systems (ALSs), also known as Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs), are essentially amplifiers that bring sound directly into the ear. They separate the sounds, particularly speech, that a person wants and needs to hear from background noise. Assistive Listening Devices improve what is known as the “speech to… Continue reading Assistive Listening Devices
Best Way To Clean Ears Best Way To Clean Ears Cleaning your ears is important for the health of your hearing. It’s also good to clean them because they can get clogged with wax and other debris. You can use gentle methods such as using a damp washcloth or cotton swab to clean the outer… Continue reading Rechargeable Hearing Aids…
What is a hearing doctor? What is a hearing doctor? In the world of healthcare, there are many different professionals. Doctors, nurses, and therapists are just a few examples. One profession that some people don’t know about is hearing doctor or audiologist. This blog post will talk about what a hearing doctor does, how to… Continue reading What is a hearing doctor?
Best Way To Clean Ears Best Way To Clean Ears Cleaning your ears is important for the health of your hearing. It’s also good to clean them because they can get clogged with wax and other debris. You can use gentle methods such as using a damp washcloth or cotton swab to clean the outer… Continue reading Testing for hearing loss…
How to Deal With Pressure In Ear Deal With Pressure In Ear Have you ever felt a whoosh of pressure in your ears? It can be painful and sometimes feel as if both or one of your ears are plugged up. Pressure in the ear can feel uncomfortable and may lead to a headache. It’s… Continue reading Dealing With Pressure In Ear
Crackling In Ear Crackling In Ear The ear is a complex organ with many functions. It can be affected by many conditions, such as eustachian tube dysfunction, acute otitis media or the buildup of earwax. Crackling in the ears can also be caused by other factors such as allergies and sinus infections. If you are… Continue reading Crackling in Your Ear
