Between hectic schedules and the disruptions of events, it’s all too easy to put off important appointments, such as those with a hearing specialist or for fitting hearing aids. You may even find yourself hesitating to get hearing aids altogether. But hearing loss impacts more than just your ears and delaying treatment can have detrimental […]
In the hectic frenzy of day-to-day life, our ears often bear the brunt of neglect and accidental harm. There are a few common but hazardous practices, like utilizing cotton swabs and ear candling, that will put your hearing health in peril. Below, we delve into four essential strategies to safeguard your sense of hearing and […]
You probably don’t give a lot of thought to earwax accumulation unless you’re in the process of cleaning it out. Still, it’s crucial to have an understanding of its purpose and how it develops. What triggers the accumulation of earwax? Earwax, scientifically called cerumen, is a thick combination of debris, hair, skin particles, sweat, and […]
Many facets of your daily life can be affected by Hearing Loss. Neglected hearing loss, for example, can affect your professional life, your favorite pastimes, and even your relationships. Communication can become tense for couples who are coping with hearing loss. Animosity can develop from the increased tension and more frequent arguments. In other words, […]
April 18, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Test Info
Why is having routine hearing tests significant? Well, the fact is that hearing loss can have considerable and long-term impacts on your overall health. Your quality of life will be improved, your health will be improved, and you will get the right treatment sooner if you get screened regularly. Who should get a hearing examination? […]
April 10, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Physically, you will normally get a number of years out of your hearing aids, but as your degree of hearing loss changes, your hearing aids could need an update. Similar to prescription glasses, hearing aids are customized to support your specific auditory needs, necessitating regular reassessment. Here are a number of tips to help you […]
Your workplace recently embraced the trend of open-office floor plans, promoting cooperation and teamwork. But this new setup has become challenging for you. Not because you miss the privacy of cubicle walls, but because the elevated noise makes it hard to follow conversations. The inability to follow along with conversations in loud environments often serves […]
It’s normal to want to learn about the side effects of a medication when you start using it. Can it cause digestive issues? Will it dehydrate you? Cause sleeplessness? You might not even know about some of the more impactful side effects, such as hearing loss. Lots of different drugs are known to trigger this […]
March 20, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Test Info
Muffled hearing can happen for a large number of reasons. In the majority of instances, this situation is temporary. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a precursor of more substantial hearing-related issues. In part, that’s because, aside from sudden hearing loss, hearing loss is typically not a condition that progresses suddenly. Symptoms progress gradually […]
March 14, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Contemporary cell phones have become much clearer and more reliable nowadays. But sometimes, it will still be challenging to hear what the individual on the other end is saying. In fact, there’s one population for whom phone conversations aren’t always a positive experience: those who have hearing loss. There must be a simple solution for […]
