Tom is getting a new knee and he’s super pumped! Hey, the things you get excited about change as you get older. He will be capable of moving around more freely and will have less pain with this knee replacement. So Tom goes in, the operation is a success, and Tom goes home! But that’s […]
It’s not like you just wake up one day, and your hearing is gone. For most individuals, hearing loss happens in degrees, especially when it is linked to the aging process. You might not recognize it’s occurring right away but some indicators do appear earlier. The early symptoms of progressive hearing loss are subtle. Identifying […]
Pizza is an interesting thing. As long as it meets a few standard criteria (crust, sauce, cheese, etc.) regardless of the toppings, it’s still pizza. Hearing loss is also like this. As long as you are having a hard time hearing sound, whether it’s a result of a blockage, age, loud noise, or anything else, […]
The world was rather different millions of years ago. The long-necked Diplacusis roamed this volcano-laden landscape. Diplacusis was so big, due to its long tail and neck, that no other predators were a threat. Actually, Diplodocus is the long-necked dinosaur from the Jurassic Period. When you’re hearing two sounds simultaneously, that’s a hearing condition known […]
Finally, it’s summer!! That means it’s time to get out and enjoy all the fun experiences that the season has to provide. But don’t forget about your hearing’s health before you head out for a day on the beach, a rocking concert, or perhaps an enjoyable backyard barbecue. When you’re out enjoying summer, remember that […]
Don’t neglect cleaning your ears. It’s hard not to say that in your “parenting” voice. Maybe you even recall getting that advice as a kid. As you get caught up in past nostalgia, that kind of memory can take you back to simpler times. But that advice can be pretty helpful. Uncontrolled earwax buildup can […]
What is a cyborg? You most likely imagine a half human, half machine when you think about cyborgs, especially if you love science fiction movies (these characters are typically cleverly used to touch on the human condition). Hollywood cyborgs can seem wildly bizarre. But actually, someone wearing something as simple as a pair of glasses […]
Books-on-tape was what we used to call them, way back when. Back then, obviously, we didn’t even have CDs never mind streaming services. These days, they have a much better name; audiobooks. An audiobook allows you to read a book by, well, listening to it. It’s sort of like having someone read a book aloud […]
Have you ever had your car break down in the middle of the road? That really stinks! You have to pull your car safely to the side of the road. And then, for whatever reason, you probably pop your hood and take a look at your engine. What’s funny is that you do this even […]
The majority of people don’t want to talk about the effect hearing loss has on relationships, even though it’s a problem many people deal with. Hearing loss can create communication barriers that result in misunderstandings and aggravation for both partners. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner isn’t it the perfect time to show your […]
