Post-Brain Injury Recovery with Associated Audiologists In cartoons and comic strips, when a character gets hit on the head, they fall down and see stars for a bit and then pop right back up. Unfortunately, the reality of a head injury—whether it’s a mild concussion, bruising from a fall or a traumatic brain injury—is no laughing matter, and recovery takes … Read More
Associated Audiologists Collects Scarves for a Greater Good
Wrapping Foster Youth in Warmth and Love Our audiologists and support team members have a heart for helping others. One of the projects we participate in each year is the Red Scarf Project. This initiative, from the nonprofit organization Foster Care to Success (FC2S), collects handmade winter scarves from across the country each fall and then distributes them to foster … Read More
The Link Between Hearing Loss & Heart Disease
Heart & Hearing Health by Age Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, while hearing loss continues to be one of the most common chronic conditions affecting older adults. As we age, we are increasingly likely to experience hearing loss. In fact, 1 in 3 adults over 60—and nearly half of adults over 75— have … Read More
What to Expect at Your First Visit to an Audiologist
Get on the Path to Better Hearing You finally did it — scheduled yourself a hearing evaluation with an audiologist. Congratulations! You’re already on your way to better hearing health. But it can be a little intimidating to walk into a new doctor’s office with unfamiliar equipment. We will take you step by step through the process of getting your … Read More
Treating Tinnitus During The Winter
We rang in the New Year with celebrations, but ringing in your ears is not so joyful. If you experience frequent ringing, buzzing, whooshing or humming sounds in your ears, it might be tinnitus. What is Tinnitus? Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound source is present. Tinnitus can take on any number of characteristics and is … Read More
Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder
What if Hearing Issues Don’t Stem From The Ear? Most people think of hearing issues as a problem with the ear. In some cases—especially in children and older adults—the source of their hearing difficulties is not the ear itself, but the part of the brain that processes sound. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), sometimes called Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), is … Read More
Holiday Hearing Help Resource Guide
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we want you hearing your best! Our team has put together tips for many of the most common holiday season activities, from family gatherings to music performances and more. Hearing Your Best at… Social Gatherings Getting together with loved ones is a highlight of the holiday season for many. If you … Read More
Enjoying Live Performances With Hearing Loss
Music to My Ears Most of us enjoy a nice night out on the town — going to hear live music, see a play or take in the latest new release at the movie theater. But what’s meant to be relaxing and fun can be frustrating and disappointing if the venue isn’t equipped with accessibility features for all patrons. What … Read More
Hearing Loss After Cancer Treatment
Cancer impacts all of us. Whether you’ve battled it yourself, cared for a loved one, or followed the journey of someone with cancer, it’s never an easy process. While cancer treatments have come a long way, they can still come with significant side effects, including hearing loss, balance issues and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). We’ve put together some information … Read More
New Prescription Hearing Aids… What’s Next?
Getting new hearing aids is an exciting time. But it is also a big change for most people. You will need to get used to your new hearing aids and all of the new sounds around you. Here are some tips on what to expect as you adjust to your new hearing aids. What to expect on your first day … Read More
