Virtually every drug – prescription or over-the-counter – has an associated list of potential side effects (several of which can be very serious). Most consumers don’t realize that some medications are harmful to their hearing and can contribute to balance problems or deafness. These types of medications do exist and they are known as ototoxic […]
December 23, 2013 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
Buying the appropriate hearing aid can be difficult, particularly if you are unfamiliar with what makes one model different than the next. This article explains more about open-fit hearing aids, a style that has been rapidly growing in popularity among seniors. If you’re familiar with behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids, you will notice that open-fit hearing […]
December 16, 2013 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
Unfortunately, loss of hearing affects numerous young children, but the right type of hearing aid could have a really positive effect on their lives. On the other hand, the sheer number of hearing aid types and attributes on the market can make choosing the best one hard for many parents. Continue reading to learn more […]
An individual who suffers from conductive hearing loss has trouble hearing due to a problem in their ear’s ability to conduct sound waves. This may be attributable to a congenital absence or malformation of the ear or as a result of an obstruction in the ear canal. In many cases conductive hearing loss can be […]
November 30, 2013 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
Well done! In order to hear your favorite TV programs without aggravating your family, you recently got a hearing loop. It may have been a hard decision to choose which model to purchase, but it really is easy to put in your hearing loop at home. If you’re able to carry out a few straightforward, […]
Public health officials believe that nearly 26 million people throughout the United States are affected by noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Noise-induced hearing loss is brought on by contact with dangerous noise levels of 85 decibels (dB) or more, and may be either temporary or permanent. The kinds of noises that can cause NIHL cover anything […]
November 16, 2013 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
There are many types of hearing aids designed for people that have difficulty hearing. While every type of hearing aid has unique advantages and disadvantages, behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids are one of the more common options. Keep reading for help deciding whether or not a BTE hearing aid is likely to address your needs. Behind-the-ear […]
November 9, 2013 | Audiology Services of Chattanooga | Hearing Aids News
There is an excellent chance that your hearing aid is equipped with Bluetooth technology, especially if you purchased it recently. While Bluetooth might be most familiar to you as the technology which enables hands-free calling on your cell phone, it has become a capability on numerous consumer devices over the past few years, including home […]
Hearing problems are grouped in a number of different ways. The exact part of the auditory pathway affected is what determines the categorization. The hearing loss may be conductive, sensorineural, mixed, central or functional. The initial step in developing a therapy plan is to accurately identify the kind of hearing loss. Sensorineural hearing loss – […]
What most people call ear wax occurs because our ear canals are lined with hair follicles and glands that generate an oily wax called cerumen. This wax lines the interior surface of the ear canal and helps to protect it by attracting and collecting alien debris such as dust and dirt, bacteria, and other microorganisms. […]
