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How Does Hearing Loss Impact Learning in Young People?
Humans learn by utilizing all of our senses. When a child has hearing loss, it can cause specific challenges that may impact their learning ability both in school and at home. The number of students…
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Study Finds Unexpected Brain Shrinkage in Patients with Hearing Loss
Scientists have known about the connection between hearing loss and dementia for some time. A new study looking at changes in the brain of patients with hearing loss and Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) may offer more…
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Should You Wear Hearing Aids All the Time?
Apart from a few exceptions, you should wear your hearing aids during all waking hours, even if you’re in a situation where you don’t feel like you need them. The only times we recommend taking…
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Balance & Hearing: What’s the Connection?
Do you ever experience balance problems or feel unsteady on your feet while walking at Torrance Park? If so, you may have a balance disorder. Those who have hearing loss are at an increased risk…
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What You Don’t Know Can Hurt Your Hearing
The two most common causes of hearing loss are aging and exposure to loud noises. But beyond these causes are several lesser-known factors that may be putting your hearing at risk. Alcohol Consumption As one…
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National Diabetes Month: How Diabetes & Hearing Loss Are Linked
Did you know that November is National Diabetes Month? This means there’s no better time to learn about diabetes and its connection to other disorders, including hearing loss. We review a study linking diabetes to…
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Audiology Awareness: How Audiologists Treat Hearing and Balance Disorders
This month is the perfect time to finally schedule a hearing test. Why? Because October is Audiology Awareness Month! Let’s examine what an audiologist does and discuss a few of the conditions that they can…
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How an Ear Infection Can Upset Your Balance
While ear infections are most commonly associated with pain in one or both ears, labyrinthitis is an inner ear infection that can cause dizziness and affect balance. The inner ear, called the labyrinth, consists of…
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The Benefits of Hearing Aids with Rechargeable Batteries
Hearing aids need power to run, which can come from either disposable button batteries or rechargeable batteries. With millions of batteries going into the trash each year, rechargeable batteries may seem like the better option.…
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Can Multiple Sclerosis Cause Hearing Loss?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the nerve. This can impact how your brain sends signals to other parts of your body, leading…