Four Reasons You Should Invest in Your Hearing Health
While hearing loss is quite common (there are 48 million people throughout the country experiencing it right now), only about 20 percent who could benefit from the use of a hearing aid actually uses one. Your Los Angeles audiologist wants to help you see why investing in a treatment for your hearing loss can do…
Facts About Ruptured Eardrums
If you’ve ever experienced an eardrum rupture in Los Angeles, you are well aware of the pain this can cause. We’ve collected some facts about ruptured eardrums that will help you learn about their causes and what to do if you experience one. Symptoms of Eardrum Perforations The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is the thin…
Can Hearing Loss Lead to Poor Academic Performance?
Many people assume hearing loss is a condition associated with aging, but in reality, the vast majority of patients with hearing loss in Orange County and throughout the United States are younger than 65. Only 35 percent are older. Many of these patients are children; in addition to the social and emotional consequences of hearing…
Surfer’s Ear (and Other Summer Hearing Disorders)
Summer in Los Angeles means it’s time to hang ten! But before you hit the surf, you’ll want to take precautions to protect your ears. Surfing, swimming and other water activities can lead to painful ear infections – and maybe worse. What is Surfer’s Ear? The name surfer’s ear is misleading because even those in…
Age-Related Hearing Loss Genes Identified
Approximately 48 million Americans experience hearing loss to some degree. Those with a hearing impairment in Los Angeles are most likely to develop the condition as a result of noise exposure or natural aging. While hearing protection can help prevent the former, there is little that can be done to stop age-related hearing loss. Scientists…
Kids with Cochlear Implants Should Sing More, Researchers Say
Whether you’re the type who bounds onstage and belts out a tune every opportunity you can or wouldn’t dare croon out loud unless in the privacy of your own shower, singing can be an enjoyable experience. And for kids with cochlear implants in Los Angeles, it can be downright beneficial. Finnish Study Shows Benefits of…
Bring a Companion to Your Hearing Test
They say the first step to resolving a problem is admitting you have one in the first place. When it comes to hearing loss, the condition isn’t always obvious; bringing along a spouse or other family member can help your audiologist understand the scope of the problem and goes a long way toward finding a…
Exploring the Connection Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline
Hearing loss is widespread in Encino. An estimated one out of every five Californians has a hearing impairment to some degree; whether mild or severe, the impact on their daily lives is great. Not only does hearing loss make communication difficult; it has been linked to a number of health hazards. One of the most…
Surprising Causes of Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is one of the most common physical health conditions in Los Angeles and across the U.S. It affects approximately 48 million people and can strike individuals of all ages. You probably have at least a passing knowledge of the factors most likely to contribute to hearing loss, but there are some less-obvious causes…
When Your 8 to 5 Exceeds 85 Decibels
If you’re like most people in Los Angeles, you probably think hearing loss won’t be a problem until you’re well into your golden years. The truth is, only one-third of adults with a hearing impairment are older than 65. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, and one of the most common culprits in younger…
