In the last two decades, hearing aid technology has made significant strides, most notably through the development of digital hearing aids. Hearing aids assess complex decisions about the processing of sound from our surrounding environment. Here is how it works. The microphone picks up sound in your situation and passes […]
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Hearing loss can develop at any age and may be caused by many different factors. Did you know that there are three types of hearing loss? Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when the inner ear or the hearing nerve itself becomes damaged. This is the most common type of hearing loss […]
Did you know that by the time most Americans reach their 70s, two-thirds have hearing loss? Although generally hearing loss and dementia are commonly associated with aging, recent studies show that there is a link between untreated hearing loss and cognitive problems including dementia. A Johns Hopkins study by Dr. […]
Rechargeable batteries for hearing aids are not new. However, until recently, they were only a footnote in hearing aid history. As hearing aids evolve, improvements include increased battery life and smaller and more flexible form factors. It has been three years since Phonak first introduced a hearing aid with an integrated […]
Seven signs you may have hearing loss Similar to any medical condition, the sooner you address the signs that you may have hearing loss, the better. Here are ten signs that may indicate hearing loss: 1. You can’t hear well on telephone calls. If the volume on your telephone is at […]