Are My Child’s Hearing Aids Working?
As a parent, one of your many responsibilities is making sure your child is hearing their best at Austin schools. To do this, you must know how to care for their hearing aids. We provide some tips below. Basic Care/Maintenance Here are some basic care and maintenance instructions: Hearing aids are usually water-resistant, but not…
Are Pediatric Hearing Aids Different From Ones for Adults?
Pediatric hearing aids have the same basic components that adult models have and work in the same way. However, there are some notable differences as well. Differences Between Pediatric and Adult Hearing Aids Size. Obviously, pediatric hearing aids are more compact than those for adults as children’s ears are both smaller and shaped differently. Appearance….
How to Make the Most of This Summer with Hearing Aids
Are you experiencing hearing loss this summer? If so, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, approximately 15% of American adults report some trouble hearing. If you’re one of this population, know that hearing loss doesn’t have to slow you down during your favorite summer activities. Follow these…
What Type of Hearing Aid Batteries Will Work Best for Me?
Today’s hearing aids come in a wide variety of styles, colors and sizes. One thing all models have in common? They contain a battery. If you just got your first set of hearing aids, you may be wondering what battery you need. We review how to tell below. The Two Types of Batteries There are…
How to Tell if Your Hearing Aids Need Adjusting
There are various times in your hearing aid journey when your device will likely need adjustments. Sometimes this is because of a problem with the hearing aids and other times it may be because your needs have changed. Top Reasons to Take Your Hearing Aid in for a Tune-up Volume fluctuations. Your hearing aid should…
Study of the Cochlea Could Lead to Hearing Aid Improvements
Hearing aids are amazing devices that can provide hearing to people who suffer from hearing loss. They offer incredible features like rechargeability, Bluetooth connectivity, smartphone compatibility, telecoils, directional microphones, automatic programming, machine learning and more. But despite their abilities, they still have some limitations. Researchers studying the cochlea believe their findings could lead to hearing…
What is the Connection Between Neuroplasticity and Hearing Loss Treatment?
Hearing loss doesn’t just make it difficult to understand sounds. It can actually change the structure of your brain. What is Neuroplasticity? Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to adapt by forming new neural connections throughout life. This can be in response to: Receiving new information Sensory stimulation Damage or disease to certain parts of…
Common Mistakes New Hearing Aid Owners Make
When it comes to hearing aids, nearly all first-time users deal with certain growing pains. Thankfully, many of these issues can be addressed by avoiding making these common user mistakes. User Errors Not being completely honest during your hearing test. During the exam, you may be tempted to guess an answer if you’re unsure. While…
Oh No! You Lost Your Hearing Aid – Now What?
Your hearing aids represent a significant investment in both time and money, so when you lose one, it can be a stressful experience. While it may feel hopeless at first, there are steps you can take to try and find a lost hearing aid that may prove successful. Follow our tips below. Use Your Hearing…
Tuning in to the Link Between Music and Memory
You hear a song on the radio, and immediately flashback to the first time you heard it. It could’ve been 20 years ago, but the memory is strong enough to make it feel like it was yesterday. This is because music helps us recall memories more vividly than if we are just trying to remember…