Winter walks, ice-skating, skiing – there are plenty of good reasons for venturing outdoors in the cold winter season. Our ears are particularly sensitive and can easily suffer from the cold when the outside temperature drops. Winter conditions can also present challenges for hearing instruments as well. Protect your ears from the cold and keep …
The advent of modern, sophisticated digital hearing aids has been something of a revelation for those affected by mild to severe hearing loss. It is fair to say that they have brought normal hearing back to countless individuals – of all ages – than was ever possible using traditional analogue equipment. Digital hearing aids are …
It can be extremely disconcerting to feel unbalanced and dizzy. If you suffer from balance disorders, then it’s a strong indication that there’s something amiss in your ear. Here we look at five common ear problems that are associated with lack of balance and the best ways to combat them. If you’re struggling with balance …
Fireworks and hearing protection Bonfire night will shortly be upon us and as exciting as this night can be, with exploding rockets and sizzling sparklers, take a moment to think about the impact this noisy festival can have on your hearing and your child’s. Did you know that fireworks can reach up to 130dB in …
It is estimated that around six million people – that’s about one in ten of the population – are affected by the ear condition, tinnitus. And, for as many as 600,000 of those sufferers, the symptoms can be so severe that it can seriously impact on quality of life. What’s more, as many as a …
It’s easy to take our ears for granted, but give them plenty of TLC and they’ll certainly thank you for it. Ear care is extremely important for ensuring our ears are protected against damaging sounds and substances (such as water) and helps to keep hearing loss at bay. There are a number of simple but …
Better in than out, or better out than in? That is the question. If you are experiencing hearing loss and at the point where you could really benefit from some form of hearing aid, you may be deciding between in the ear v behind the ear hearing aids. Will your hearing quality be enhanced by …
According to an international study in the Lancet, one in three cases of dementia could be prevented if more people looked after their brain health throughout life. The key is to start early – look after your body and your brain! Dementia is usually diagnosed in old age, but brain changes can start to develop …
Far too many people have to work in noisy environments, despite technological improvements that have helped to alleviate the situation for some. Unfortunately, some employers and employees are not aware of the damage that can be done to our hearing, either by constant levels of noise or sudden, intermittent bursts. While many workplaces can be …
A build-up of ear wax can affect people of all ages at any time, and there are several reasons why there might be an accumulation. In most cases, the wax will pass from the body naturally, but sometimes it needs a little more encouragement. Ear microsuction is one of the most effective methods of removing …