Local Hearing Loss Resources
Hearing loss can make you feel alone. Fortunately, there is an abundance of local resources available to help you feel less isolated. Resources range from education about the latest hearing technology and treatment options to helping you talk on the phone, and plenty in between! Arizona Relay Service (AZRS) AZRS provides a variety of free…
How Cochlear Implants Can Treat Single-Sided Deafness
Until recently, cochlear implants were a recommended hearing loss treatment only for people who have bilateral hearing loss (affecting both ears) who do not benefit from a traditional hearing aid. However, recent studies show that people with unilateral hearing loss (in only one ear) may also benefit from using cochlear implants. What Is a Cochlear…
Your Child’s Toys Could Cause Hearing Loss
There are many possible causes of hearing loss, and older adults are not the only ones at risk. In fact, 15 percent of children between ages six and 19 have measurable hearing loss in at least one ear. Left untreated, this can have detrimental effects on a child’s literacy, social skills and classroom success. Studies…
Scientists Discover Way to Regenerate Inner Ear Hair Cells
If current estimates are true, approximately 107,000 people in Tucson struggle with hearing loss. This occurs when the tiny hair cells in the inner ear that are responsible for converting sound into electrical signals become damaged. Up until now, this condition has been irreversible — but scientists might have found a way to regenerate these…
Evidence Shows Diet Affects Hearing
A nutritious, balanced diet is important for your overall health. New research shows that the foods you eat might have a profound effect on your hearing, as well. If you are suffering from hearing loss in Tucson, you might want to ease up on the Cheetos and fill your grocery cart with broccoli instead. Does…
Common Hearing Issues You Might Be Unfamiliar With
When we think of hearing issues, most of us focus on hearing loss or ear infections. Maybe a few long-married couples talk about “selective hearing” when their “honey-do” lists turn into “honey-didn’ts.” The ears are complex structures, however, and there are many conditions that affect them…some you might not even consider. Problems with the Ears…
Battling Ear Infections with Apple Cider Vinegar
Ear infections are hardly a rarity in Tucson. They’re about as common as sunshine and saguaro, especially in children, whose anatomy predisposes them to frequent middle ear infections. The standard course of treatment involves letting an infection run its course, but natural health proponents believe a common ingredient found in many kitchen pantries might help…
Can Acupuncture Help Hearing Loss & Tinnitus Patients?
Hearing loss has many Tucson residents searching for a solution. There is no denying the effectiveness of hearing aids, but some patients are reluctant to wear them for a variety of reasons. With the rise in popularity of alternative medicine, could an ancient Chinese remedy hold the key to improved hearing? How Acupuncture Works Acupuncture…
Hearing Loss Facts for National Audiology Awareness Month
The American Academy of Audiology has designated October as National Audiology Awareness Month. It’s an opportunity to raise public awareness of audiology and the importance of hearing protection in Tucson and across the country—necessary first steps toward reducing the number of patients suffering from impaired hearing. Hearing Loss is a Global Epidemic How many Americans…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Loneliness
Hearing loss has wide-ranging effects on people of all ages in Tucson, but is especially harmful to older individuals. Seniors with hearing loss who don’t seek treatment face a higher risk of many physical, social and psychological health problems, including depression and loneliness. The Health Effects of Hearing Loss Despite the serious side effects associated…