The force of a traumatic brain injury (also known as a TBI, concussion, or head injury) can damage or displace the delicate bones of the inner ear, rupture the eardrum, and disrupt parts of the brain responsible for auditory processing....
The Importance of Dedicated Hearing Care
The real differences between audiology and over-the-counter solutions In July, President Biden signed an executive order allowing hearing aids to be sold over the counter. This measure is aimed at lowering the cost of hearing care, and at a glance,...
6 Inspirational Latinos and Hispanics With Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss Affects More Than Your Ears Did you know there’s a high prevalence of hearing loss in the Hispanic and Latino population in the U.S.? Untreated hearing loss is linked to decreased cognitive function in this same population, so...
6 Ways to Keep Your Hearing Loss From Getting Worse
Looking Out for Your Hearing Health Is Even Easier Than You Think If you have hearing loss, you’re not alone. With an estimated 466 million children and adults living with disabling hearing loss, per the World Health Organization, it’s one...
Golfers: 5 Reasons to Keep Your Hearing Health in Shape
Why Would a Hearing Care Provider Be Writing About Golf? If you play golf, you already know one swing of the club is a complex matter. A half-inch difference in heel placement could mean a solid shot or a ball...
8 Back-to-School Communication Tips
Make Hitting the Books Even Easier With These Helpful Tricks It’s practically back-to-school time! Whether the students in your life are heading back to class in person or online, keep these helpful tips in mind. Maximize lipreading. Hearing and lipreading...
Q&A: Upgrading Your Hearing Aids
Q: How often should I update my hearing devices? A: That’s a good question we’ve addressed with many patients and their loved ones. The short answer is that a hearing device should typically be replaced about every three to...
Summer Noise: 4 Ways Your Hearing Aids Can Help
Turn Up Summer Fun With Hearing Aids People don’t often think “Fun!” when they think of hearing aids. But today’s hearing aids are designed to meet your needs no matter what’s going on. Let’s check out a few ways your...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Updated August 2, 2021 Face Covering Policy Effective August 2, 2021 As of August 2, 2021, the Bay Area counties are mandating masks for indoor settings. Everyone is required to wear masks in the office, regardless of vaccination status. ...
Could Healthy Hearing Help People With Movement Disorders?
Your ears and your brain are fast friends. In fact, it seems like a new connection is reported every few months. There’s even a growing body of research showing that untreated hearing loss is linked to dementia. That’s why we...