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…
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….
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)…
How Long Does a Hearing Aid Last?
Hearing aids are an important investment in your long-term health and wellbeing. When you invest in a pair, you want to know that they are going to last a long time. Let’s examine the typical life cycle of hearing aids, as well as steps you can take to help ensure they last longer and perform…
Is Hearing Aid Stigma a Thing of the Past?
Have you noticed how many products are marketed to you promising to make you look younger? There’s no doubt our culture values looking youthful, so it’s not surprising that many believe there is stigma around certain conditions associated with being “old,” like hearing loss. However, with more information available about deafness and hearing loss, in…
Photo Tour of the New Arizona Hearing Specialists Rita Ranch Office
Have you heard the news? Arizona Hearing Specialists has just opened a fourth location in Rita Ranch at the intersection of South Houghton and East Valencia roads. Like our other three locations, our Rita Ranch office is staffed by an outstanding team, offering comprehensive diagnostic services that include hearing evaluations, tinnitus evaluations and management, and…
How to Improve Your Music Listening Experience with Hearing Aids
Hearing loss can make it hard to distinguish between different notes or instruments. While this can be troubling for those who play in bands and enjoy attending shows at The Rialto Theatre, there is a simple solution. Hearing aids can help you hear the subtle sounds you have been missing, but they take some fine-tuning…
Study Suggests Hearing Aids Can Lower Chance of Depression, Dementia & Falls
Even though hearing loss is a common condition, affecting more than 48 million Americans, only about 20% of those with hearing loss seek treatment. In addition to helping you hear better, hearing aids can improve your physical, mental and emotional health, as well as prevent falls. This is especially helpful if you like spending time…
How to Properly Clean Your Hearing Aids
Hearing aids are a significant investment in time and money. Making sure they are cleaned properly will help both prolong their lifespan and ensure you get the most benefit out of them possible. Below is a guide to help you clean and care for your valuable communication devices. Read Your Manual & Visit Your Provider…