Three of the most recognizable indication of Meniere’s disease are tinnitus, vertigo, and fluctuating hearing loss. This disorder strikes your inner ear, causing you to experience symptoms that disturb your hearing and balance. Although medical science has not yet found a cure for this disorder, there are a number of things you can do to […]
March 9, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
Hearing aids are remarkably effective at improving a person’s hearing, but when worn in a crowded environment they can easily overwhelm the wearer with unwanted noise. This is especially true in boisterous settings such as concert halls, movie theaters, auditoriums and churches. Hearing loop systems provide a straightforward solution to this problem, making it very […]
Wearing ear plugs is one of the simplest things you can do to protect your ears from harmful noise levels. These small devices are inserted into the ear to block out disruptive or damaging sounds. Although they seem like a simple product, there are actually many different types of ear plugs on the market. Knowing […]
February 24, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
When searching for a hearing aid a loved one or for yourself you’ll encounter a range of designs and shapes, and one of the most common is In-the-Ear (ITE). These tiny devices are made to fit in the lower portion of the outer ear, making them a comfortable choice for listeners with mild to moderate […]
You would like to help people struggling with hearing loss, but the selection of charitable organizations is overwhelming. Selecting which charities to support financially 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 […]
February 15, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
If you are in a crowded restaurant, on a congested train platform, or walking along a major downtown street, there are situations where the noise around you is overpowering. For hearing aid users, the problem of background noise can be immense. It’s a big challenge to differentiate one sound from the background noise. Fortunately, many […]
January 31, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Tinnitus Articles
Tinnitus is a well-known affliction among adults, however the disorder also strikes children. Children are equally at risk for this potentially debilitating disorder. While adults can usually determine that the sounds they are hearing are abnormal, many kids assume the noise is a regular part of life. Listen to your child if he or she […]
January 25, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
Completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aids are the smallest of all the hearing aid choices and distinct from other options because they are custom fitted to the inside of your ear canal to amplify sounds in people with mild to moderately-severe cases of hearing loss. This style of hearing aid has many advantages, as well as a […]
Over ninety million people (42% of the United State population) experience feelings of vertigo, dizziness, and loss of balance during their lifetime; for many of them, this experience becomes a long-term condition. In the elderly, dizziness is the most common reason that people over seventy-five visit a doctor, and for people over sixty-five, falls resulting […]
January 13, 2014 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
A hearing aid can be the best way to offset hearing loss. As hearing aid technology advances, new capabilities help facilitate better hearing. One such innovation is the directional microphone. Many of today’s hearing aids incorporate this device, allowing the wearer to enjoy a more natural hearing experience. Older hearing aids relied on omnidirectional microphones […]
