How is Machine Learning Helping with Speech and Background Noise Differentiation?
Though modern hearing aids are making it easier to hear in all environments, there are still areas where they can improve. A new study of Germany uses machine learning to improve speech recognition and background noise differentiation in hearing aids. What is Machine Learning? Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence and computer science…
Can Hearing Loss Be Temporary?
Not all hearing loss is permanent. Some people develop temporary hearing loss that may go away on its own or after treatment from a medical professional. Have you ever noticed your hearing was a bit muffled after seeing a concert or going to Tucson Monster Trucks? If so, then you have experienced the effect loud noises can have on your hearing ability.
Facts About Hearing Loss
Most people take their hearing for granted, giving little thought to this vital sense until there is a problem. For the 48 million Americans who contend with hearing loss on a daily basis, everyday life can be a struggle. Hearing loss affects people of all ages—even children and teenagers. In fact, two-thirds of patients are…
What is an Audiologist?
If you suspect you have hearing loss, you should seek the help of a trained audiologist for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan. What do audiologists specialize in? Audiologists are healthcare professionals who have been specially trained in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management of hearing loss, tinnitus and balance disorders in adults and children….
Healthy Hearing Tips
We are exposed to sound on a daily basis. Volume levels vary considerably, and can easily exceed 85 decibels (dB), which is the threshold that is considered safe. Any prolonged exposure to noise exceeding 85dB is harmful and can cause permanent, irreversible hearing loss. Excess noise exposure isn’t the only cause of hearing damage. Diseases, drugs and…
Hearing Aid Technologies
Hearing aid technology has improved drastically over the past couple of decades. Early devices relied on vacuum tubes and bulky batteries, but today’s instruments take advantage of digital signal processing, microchips and computerization. Keeping track of the latest technological features can be challenging, but we’ll cover a few of the more popular options here. What Are…
Hearing Aid Accessories
Hearing aids aren’t just available in a wide range of sizes and styles: nowadays, they can also accommodate a variety of accessories. Deciding which, if any, will benefit you can be tricky. You may want to speak with a hearing specialist at Arizona Hearing Specialists to learn more about any particular product. Assistive Listening Devices Assistive Listening Devices (ALD)…
Why You Should Protect Your Ears at Rock Concerts
Do you love going to music festivals or taking in shows at The Rock? If so, it’s important for you to know how to protect your ears from damage and avoid hearing loss. Live Music and Hearing Loss Repeatedly exposing your ears to noise louder than 85 decibels (dB) can cause noise-induced hearing loss. This…
Hearing Loss and Dementia
Research by Johns Hopkins University and others has confirmed what many audiologists and physicians have long feared: there is an irrefutable link between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Initial problems such as memory loss and an inability to concentrate can worsen over time. Left untreated, this may eventually lead to dementia and other forms of…
Hunting & Hearing Loss
Sounds that are louder than 85 dB – which is about the volume of passing highway traffic or a busy restaurant – can cause permanent damage to your auditory system with enough exposure. Sounds between 140 and 190 dB – about the loudness of a gunshot – are loud enough to cause immediate damage after…