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We answer some of the commonly asked questions related to hearing care, tinnitus, hearing aid products, assistive listening devices and more.

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The inner ear is the balance center of the body. Aging or injury to the head can cause balance problems and, at the same time, produce hearing problems of some sort. The ossicles of the inner ear contain liquid that sends the brain information about our balance or position as to vertical and horizontal. Disruptions cause dizziness and vertigo, an inner ear condition. The health of the inner ear directly relates to these conditions. For more information, contact Hearing and Ear Care Center today.

There are a number of myths related to hearing loss that you might want to clear up. One of the most common myths is that you or others around you will notice hearing loss - that is NOT always the case!

Whether you have hearing loss, suspect you have hearing loss, or are a family member of someone who has hearing loss, check out our top tips on helping to manage your or your family's loss of hearing.

Musical arenas and recording studios feature loud, concussive noise. The repetition and long exposure that musicians are exposed to can cause hearing loss. Musician's ear protectors feature an ability to allow the musical notes to come through while protecting ears from the loudest noises. These products should always be worn in large venues. Those who work in these areas should use hearing protection too.

Some hearing loss will disappear on its own. Temporary loss due to illness, for example, can be caused by simple otitis media clogging the middle ear. However, age-related loss, by far the most common hearing disorder, cannot go away on its own and generally gets worse over time. Older people losing their ability to hear often become isolated and lonely. They can’t understand speech, so they avoid people. This is the opposite of the recommended treatment. They should contact us and get a hearing test, get the help they need and join in the conversation again.

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When picking out a new device – whether you’re upgrading from an older model or it’s your very first hearing aid – it’s important to review its battery specs. One of the main things to consider is whether or not you want a rechargeable battery or a non-rechargeable battery. Here are some things to think about to help you decide which type might suit you and your lifestyle the best.

People lose hearing for several reasons, from physical issues to environmental factors. As we get older, organs and bones in the ear tend to deteriorate. It becomes harder to hear. Exposure to excessive noise over many years is the main culprit.