What Is APD? Auditory Processing Disorder is a complex problem affecting thousands of school-aged children (as well as adults). These children cannot process the information they hear in the same way as other children because their ears and brain do not fully coordinate. Unfortunately, if the auditory deficits are not identified and managed early, it … Read More »
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Remote Auditory Processing Disorder Assessments and Treatment
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How Long Do Hearing Aids Last?
The Answer Hinges on a Few Variables A: It depends! Cleaning or replacing parts like tubes and filters keeps your technology in good shape for several years. Same for coming to see us for regular clean and checks. But that’s not the whole story. Your hearing aids do a lot for you — you might … Read More »
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Spring Sounds: Keep Them Crisp With Helpful Hearing Aids
Don’t Miss Out on the Season’s Symphony for the Ears Giggling kids stomping in fresh puddles. Ball games bringing out big team spirit. New leaves rustling in the breeze. Spring’s in bloom with sound, and hearing it is part of the fun. Read on for some wonderful spring experiences and ways hearing technology can help. … Read More »
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Hearing Loss Myths Debunked
Fact or Fiction? Get the Scoop Here. It’s easy to get the wrong idea about hearing loss — its effects are invisible. In fact, misconceptions are commonplace, from antiquated stereotypes to wrong assumptions. These common myths are a great starting point for correcting assumptions and removing the stigma associated with hearing loss. MYTH: Talk Louder … Read More »
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The Importance of Regular Hearing Checkups
If your hearing was slightly worse today than it was yesterday — how long would it take for you to notice? Some people don’t consider below-average hearing to be a problem, but more and more studies are showing that untreated hearing loss leads to bigger problems, for example, issues like cognitive decline and dementia. This … Read More »
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Stave Off Dementia? Groundbreaking News About Hearing Aids
Study: This Step Could Cut Cognitive Decline Risk in Half Figuring out a crossword puzzle. Remembering to pick up the grandkids. Learning a new language. Excelling at a high-stakes workplace project. The ability to think, remember, and process information plays a huge role in your life, but hearing loss could get in the way. In … Read More »
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Smoking and Hearing Loss
Those who smoke tobacco have a 170% greater chance of developing hearing loss versus nonsmokers. To what extent is smoking a threat to hearing? Smoking, the most preventable cause of death in the U.S. and Canada, is also a risk factor for hearing loss. Both those who smoke and those exposed to secondhand smoke — … Read More »
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FAQ’s on Hearing Loss
90% of sudden Sensorineural hearing loss has no clear cause, but quick care can make a huge difference. What is sudden sensorineural hearing loss? Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL) is a condition of the inner ear in which the patient loses the ability to hear all at once or over a period of up to … Read More »
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What is Tinnitus?
What is tinnitus? It’s a condition generally characterized by noises in the ear or head that usually can be heard only by the person experiencing the sounds. Ringing, buzzing, humming, clicking, or swooshing might be described, and, more rarely, a patient may even perceive musical notes. What causes tinnitus? Tinnitus isn’t a disease itself but … Read More »
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APD vs ADHD: Similarities & Differences
APD can manifest in many ways and is highly individualized from child to child. Due to this, APD can mimic and present either very similar to other diagnoses or alongside other diagnoses that can affect children. A very common disorder that is similar to APD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD. Some symptoms of … Read More »