How Oticon’s Research Is Improving Hearing Aids
The new Oticon Opn S is the first hearing aid proven to help the brain organize sounds. Below we review a study on the Opn S, including the researchers’ findings. About the Study For the study on how the Oticon Opn S improves hearing, researchers used new EEG test methods to objectively measure how the…
An Audiologist Visit Can Prevent These Common Reasons for Not Wearing Your Hearing Aids
According to research out of the University of Manchester, as many as 20% of people who own hearing aids don’t actually wear them. Furthermore, 30% only wear them some of the time, and 50% wear them most of the time. That adds up to a lot of non-use. If you have a pair of hearing…
How Does Bluetooth Work with Hearing Aids?
It’s easier than ever to use Bluetoothâ„¢ with your hearing aids to connect to your personal electronic devices and improve your listening experience. Bluetooth technology uses high-frequency radio waves to transmit data between electronic devices wirelessly within a short range. It is safe, secure and used in many modern electronic devices such as smartphones, computers,…
Investing in Hearing Aids: What You Need to Know About Warranties
Have you ever forgotten to take your hearing aids out before you got in the shower? Or returned from a hike in Stone State Park only to find out one fell out somewhere along the way? Â If so, you know that hearing aids occasionally need to be repaired or replaced. The good news is your…
What to Know Before Buying a Hearing Aid
Left untreated, hearing loss has been linked to a number of social-emotional and health-related concerns, including feelings of loneliness, social isolation, anxiety, depression, falls and even dementia. Fortunately, wearing hearing aids can prevent or delay these conditions. If you’re thinking about buying hearing aids for the first time, you may have a lot of questions….
Happy Holiday Sounds to Listen For
There are so many wonderful things about the holidays. Good food, quality time with your loved ones, and so many different sounds to enjoy. If you have untreated hearing loss you might miss out on some of the best sounds of the season including: Your favorite holiday music or movie Conversations over big family meals…
3 Simple Steps to Store Your Hearing Aids Safely
Your hearing aids represent a hefty investment in terms of both time and money. Because of this, you’ll want to do everything you can to keep them safe and in working order. One of the best ways to ensure this is to store them safely; we review how below. 1. Stick to a Routine Hearing…
What Is a Hearing Aid Fitting?
Do you frequently mishear people, have trouble communicating when background noise is present or experience difficulty hearing the voices of women or children? If so, it’s important to get a hearing test right away. If your hearing test reveals you have hearing loss, your audiologist will most likely recommend hearing aids as treatment. The next…
When to Replace the Batteries in Your Hearing Aids
Is there anything more frustrating than enjoying a night out with friends when your hearing aid batteries die? To avoid getting caught in this predicament, you have to be prepared. Below we review the types of hearing aid batteries, how often batteries should be replaced and how to make them last longer. Types of Hearing…
Why Is There a Stigma Around Wearing Hearing Aids?
Hearing loss is common, affecting an estimated 48 million people across the nation. Yet despite its prevalence, only about one in five people who could benefit from a hearing aid actually wears one. One suspected reason for this is the stigma around hearing loss and hearing aids. What the Studies Show Not only is there…