Ear candling is an alternate form of therapy that is supposed to pull earwax from your ears and do a lot of other things like prevent sinus infections, cure swimmer’s ear and relieve tinnitus. There is no scientific evidence to support any of these claims. If you are having ear and hearing issues, the best and safest thing to do … Read More
The Role of Ears in the Balance System
Fidelity Hearing Hearing Centers is passionate about helping people improve their quality of life through better hearing, and we also think it’s important for you to know exactly how your ears work and affect the body overall. It is important to get regular hearing evaluations and to stay aware of your hearing health. The Body’s Balance System A sense of … Read More
How to Prepare for A Hearing Aid Fitting
Hearing loss can occur as a result of a number of things, including the natural process of aging. But it shouldn’t be considered something you should just deal with instead of getting hearing aids. The professional team at Fidelity Hearing Center is ready to put you on the path to better hearing. The first thing you should do is schedule … Read More
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month!
While at Fidelity Hearing Center, we think every month should be better hearing month, May is special. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association has established May as a month to emphasis hearing loss and treatment. This year’s theme is “Communication Across the Lifespan.” From newborns to seniors, hearing loss and the failure to treat hearing loss can have significant impacts. So, help … Read More
Getting Used to New Hearing Aids
Once you have made the leap to a life of better hearing with hearing aids, there is usually an adjustment period. The first few days can often be a challenge of navigating the world with your new hearing. While this adjustment period can be challenging, here are a few tips to help you get used to your new devices and … Read More
Is Your Music Too Loud?
Listening to music is not a new concept. Some people will claim that the louder the music the more full the experience is for them. While people’s individual experiences are innately correct for them the loud music that makes you feel so many feelings could be injuring your ears now and further down the road. New research has identified the … Read More
Hearing Loss and Millennials
Are you a millennial? Young adults of today often don’t think about their hearing health, and don’t recognize the risks to their hearing. If you’re under the age of 30, you probably think only seniors experience hearing loss, and you have a number of years ahead of you before you’ll have to think about your ears. Sadly, hearing loss is … Read More
Hearing Aids May Improve Balance Issues
If you have a loved one with hearing loss, you may have noticed that they sometimes have trouble balancing. Maybe you’ve felt unsteady on your feet from time to time. Are you worried that you might fall and injure yourself? Does this keep you at home, or make you afraid to leave the house? This could be a sign of … Read More
Ensuring That Your Meetings are Accessible to People with Hearing Loss
If you’re responsible for lots of meetings at the office and are trying to get the most out of your team, you need to ensure that your meetings are accessible to people with hearing loss. Approximately 60% of those with hearing loss are in work or educational settings, so there’s a high chance that at least one or two people … Read More
Symptoms of Memory Loss Could Actually Be Hearing Loss
Have you ever wondered what effect hearing loss has on your overall health? Studies have linked hearing loss to reduced mobility, greater chances of trips, slips, and falls, and far more hospitalizations. When communication is affected relationships suffer, so hearing loss is also closely linked to depression, social anxiety, and social isolation. On top of all of this, hearing loss … Read More