AI and Hearing Aids: Hearing Aids in Different Sound Environments
Modern hearing aids have come a long way from the simple sound amplifiers of the past. Today, many hearing aids are equipped with AI, or artificial intelligence, allowing them to adapt in real time to various listening situations. This advanced technology helps wearers enjoy clear, comfortable hearing in environments that once made communication difficult. For…
What to Expect When Visiting a Hearing Specialist
If you’re experiencing changes in your hearing or simply want to take a proactive approach to your hearing health, visiting a hearing specialist is a smart first step. You wouldn’t be alone, as 15% of American adults 18 or older have reported some trouble hearing. Knowing what to expect during your visit can make the…
How to Care for Your Hearing Aids During Workouts
It’s a new year, and for many people, that means a new fitness routine. If you’ve decided to start running at the park or hitting Boise Iron Gym after work, you may be wondering how your hearing aids will fit into the mix. Hearing aids don’t have to hold you back from meeting your fitness…
Your First Hearing Aids: What to Expect
More than one in 10 people in the United States have hearing loss. While every case differs, hearing aids are one of the most common treatments. If you’re about to experience the world through these incredible devices for the first time, understanding what to expect can make the transition smoother. Let’s take a look at…
How To Talk to Your Child About Hearing Loss: A Guide for Parents
Learning that you have hearing loss is an emotional experience, and it can be even more so for children. If your child was recently diagnosed with hearing loss, they’ll likely turn to you for support and information. Let’s take a look at how you can start the conversation, offer emotional support and introduce hearing aids…
Tips for Navigating Life With Glasses and Hearing Aids
Adjusting to using both glasses and hearing aids can be a unique challenge, but it’s an opportunity to create a routine that maximizes your comfort and functionality. If you’ve recently added glasses to your hearing aids—or vice versa—there are creative strategies to make the transition smoother. Let’s explore three things to remember when wearing hearing…
How Can Hearing Aids Help Me Do My Holiday Grocery Shopping?
The holidays are one of the busiest and noisiest times of the year for stores. Packed stores, jolly music and chatting shoppers can turn a pleasant grocery run into an overwhelming experience—especially for the 15% of U.S. adults with hearing loss. Let’s take a look at how hearing aids can help you navigate the chaotic…
How Hearing Aids Can Help You Rediscover Your Favorite Activities
Hearing aids not only improve hearing ability but also improve quality of life and the ability to maintain social connections. By amplifying sounds, hearing aids allow individuals to participate more fully in conversations due to hearing loss. Hearing loss, especially when caused by aging or long-term exposure to loud environments, often happens gradually. This slow…
Tips for Troubleshooting Your Common Hearing Aid Issues
Hearing aids are great tools for enhancing the lives of those with hearing loss, but they aren’t perfect. As with any other electronic device they can sometimes work incorrectly. Being able to troubleshoot times the hearing aids malfunction can help the performance of your hearing aids in the long run. Here are some tips on…
How Does Hearing Loss Affect Family Life
Hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation and confusion, with the potential to affect relationships, including with family, without the person even realizing the impact. With 1.5 billion people worldwide living with hearing loss, it’s essential to consider how it impacts interactions with loved ones and to approach treatment thoughtfully. Communication Struggles One of…