Auditory wellness – what is it and how do you protect it? Whether you’re already accustomed to using hearing aids, suspect you might be experiencing hearing loss, or are fortunate enough to enjoy perfectly healthy ears, prioritizing your auditory health is a crucial step toward overall well-being. In this blog, […]
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Doctor Joe Griffith, doctor of audiology and the owner of Accessible Hearing Aids would like to explain to you why ear wax is a good thing. Ear wax (cerumen) is a good thing because it acts as a vital, natural protective mechanism for your ear canal, acting as a moisturizer, antibacterial […]
I often meet new patients at screenings for church groups or organizations, and a few of them already wear hearing aids. I always ask, “How do you think your hearing aids are working currently?” and “When was the last time you saw your hearing health care professional about your hearing […]
Wearing earplugs is not cool – this misconception has existed for a long time and is a serious problem in today’s loud world. However, something as simple as wearing earplugs can protect your hearing and prevent permanent damage from occurring. Experiencing prolonged exposure to sound that is 85 decibels or […]
Cognitive decline and dementia: there are three main theories for how they may contribute to hearing loss: Too Much Cognitive Load Leads to Cognitive Decline Because the brain is constantly coping with degraded sounds because its resources are dedicated to processing those sounds, this impairs its other processes such as […]