Stay Connected This Summer
This summer is different from any that we’ve experienced before. With the global pandemic raging on, instead of spending time with friends and family, many of us are social distancing at home. But now more than ever it is important to stay connected, especially if you have hearing loss. Tips for Connecting and Communicating Keeping…
Are Hearing Aids Worth the Price?
There are plenty of products on the market that are overpriced and needlessly expensive. Hearing aids are not one of them, even though their sticker price may shock you are first. Below is a breakdown of why experts believe hearing aids make financial sense and are well worth the initial investment. The Dangers of Cheaper…
Wearing a Face Mask with Hearing Aids
It’s looking like face masks are here to stay and they sure have caused difficulty for some of our patients. Below are some tips for success we’ve gathered so far. Masks with straps that go around each ear can catch on over-the-ear hearing aids, knocking them onto the floor. To avoid this, use a mask…
Remote Work with Hearing Loss
Over the last few months, office work as we know it has changed. While this is a tough adjustment for everyone, those with hearing loss are having a hard time transitioning from in-person to virtual discussions. Below is a breakdown of the sore spots for those with hearing loss in a digital workplace, as well…
COVID-19 Clinic Updates
We are continuing to take the necessary steps as outlined by state and national leaders to minimize the spread of the COVID-19, in accordance to CDC guidelines. Our team is still ready and able to support you in your emergency hearing needs. Simply call our office and we will work with you to determine how…
Stress & Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the sensation of hearing a ringing, buzzing or clicking in the ear when no sound is actually present. While tinnitus is a symptom itself, rather than a disorder, there are a number of corresponding symptoms that go along with it. One of those is stress. Understanding Stress We’ve all experienced stress at some…
Surprising Risks of Hearing Loss
Surprising Risks of Hearing Loss There are three major causes of hearing loss—exposure to loud noise, traumatic brain injury and aging. But did you know there are a number of risks to your hearing that are less obvious? Below are six unexpected risks factors for hearing loss. Alcohol In addition to putting you at risk…
Hearing Hazards at Home
Your house is a noisy place, from the people living there to the electronics and appliances always running. While some sounds are absorbed by the soft fabrics of your curtains, carpeting and furniture, many are not. These loud noises inside your home can put your hearing at risk and cause irreversible damage. What Is Noise…
Can Babies Wear Hearing Aids?
Many associate hearing loss with old age, but it can affect people of all ages. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that one to three out of every 1,000 children are born with hearing loss, and more will develop the condition during childhood. The most common treatment for pediatric hearing loss is hearing aids….
Make a Resolution to Treat Tinnitus in the New Year
Tinnitus is Incurable…But Not Untreatable If you wake up on January 1 with a ringing in your ears and haven’t been out partying to usher in the new year, you are one of the approximately 50 million Americans in California and across the U.S. with tinnitus. About one in five Concord and Walnut Creek residents…
