Understanding hearing loss
Hearing loss changes our everyday life. Even simple conversations can be frustrating and tiring for people with hearing loss. Following a discussion with several participants requires intense effort. Active communication is difficult, which can quickly lead to isolation. Hearing loss can have many causes. But in most cases, hearing loss can be addressed successfully.
Your sense of hearing is a vital link to your world -source of pleasure, and information and communication. If you have a hearing loss you can control the situation. Hearing loss should not get in the way of enjoying your life.
Better hearing means a better life.
Our goal is to provide you with the best hearing technology available so that you can rediscover your hearing and reconnect with the important things around you. Remember quality hearing care begins with a thorough hearing evaluation. Based on your results, you and your Audiologist can decide on the best hearing solution for you.
This web site will help you navigate through some frequently asked questions about normal hearing, hearing loss, and hearing devices.
Looking for a specific topic just click on the links below:
- Not sure if you really have a loss? Take a hearing test.
Why does it seem that sound is loud enough but not clear? Hearing loss can appear very subtle. - How does the ear and the brain process sound and what happens when there is a hearing loss?
- What causes hearing loss? Does everyone need a hearing aid?
- Who should I go to for a hearing evaluation and how is it done?
- Which hearing device is right for me?
- How can I make communication easier with an individual with hearing loss?
PLEASE NOTE: All the information contained in this section is provided as "general information" only. We cannot diagnose your specific ear or hearing problem or make specific recommendations for you via the Internet. If you suspect you have ear or hearing problems, we strongly urge you to make an appointment with one of our licensed audiologist as quickly as possible.
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Did you know?
Hearing loss is the third most common chronic ailment among older adults. For most, hearing aids are the primary means of managing hearing loss that cannot be treated medically or surgically.
Today we all know someone affected by hearing loss.
-1 in 10 people have a hearing loss
-1 in 3 if you’re over 65
