Hearing Aids Myths
Of the 48 million Americans with hearing loss, only one in five actually seeks treatment. This is likely in part due to the many misconceptions that exist about hearing aids. The hearing aids of today are vastly different from the clunky devices of times past. Below are several myths about hearing loss and the truth…
Benefits of Invisible Hearing Aids
Invisible hearing aids are a new option for certain individuals with hearing loss who don’t want to wear obvious hearing aids or deal with maintenance and battery changes. The Phonak Lyric is an invisible device that is worn 24 hours a day, seven days a week for up to four months at a time. It’s…
Why Aren’t You Wearing Your Hearing Aids?
There are many benefits to wearing hearing aids, including improved mental and physical health, better cognition and balance, increased professional success and earning power, renewed confidence, healthier relationships and improved social interactions. But despite these benefits, many people do not wear their hearing devices. Why You Aren’t Wearing Your Hearing Devices There are many reasons…
Why Assistive Listening Devices Make Great Gifts
Last-minute shoppers in Southern California looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for their loved ones who have trouble hearing should consider assistive listening devices. Less expensive than hearing aids, they provide a boost in noisy situations and are great for those who need a little extra help hearing…whether or not they have been diagnosed with…
Are Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids a Good Idea?
It’s estimated that one out of every five people in Los Angeles suffers from hearing loss. Unfortunately, not everybody with a hearing impairment seeks treatment. One of the biggest barriers to care is the cost of hearing aids. The Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act promises to make hearing aids more affordable and readily available, but isn’t…
Keep Your Hearing Aids Safe from Summer Heat
Hot town, summer in the city/back of my neck getting dirty and gritty. Summertime anthem? Sure…but these popular lyrics also serve as a warning to hearing aid users in Los Angeles. The back of your neck isn’t the only thing that can get dirty and gritty during the summer months. All that heat can wreak…
Where Did I Put My Hearing Aids?!
We all misplace items from time to time. Usually this is no big deal; the remote will turn up eventually, and we can track down the cellphone by calling it from another device or using an app. But when hearing aids go missing, finding them quickly takes on a whole new urgency. How to Ensure…
Why You Should Bring a Companion to Your Hearing Test
If you’re scheduled for a hearing test in Los Angeles, your audiologist recommends bringing a spouse, family member or close friend with you. Unlike in high school and college, this is one test where you are encouraged to ask for help from somebody else. Two Are Better than One at Your Hearing Appointment Hearing loss…
Hearing Aids May Add Years to Your Life
It sounds rather dramatic to make such a claim, but if you are experiencing hearing loss in Los Angeles and haven’t taken the steps to treat your impairment, you may actually miss out on a few extra years. There is plenty of research that shows hearing aids can help you live a longer and happier…
Traveling with Hearing Aids
With the holiday season upon us, many people in Los Angeles will be hitching up their sleigh – err, convertible – and hitting the road. This is the time of year when we merge onto the 110 for a trip over the Los Angeles River and through the Hollywood (to grandmother’s house we go)! Those…