May 2020

10 Interesting Blogs about Hearing and Hearing Loss

10 Interesting Blogs about Hearing and Hearing Loss We here at The Ear Depot hope that you’re finding our website, blogs, and in-person conversations helpful as you explore topics about your hearing health. But, if you are looking for more or first-hand experience, below you will find some amazing blogs from people just like you that have hearing loss. So, if you're looking for some extra reading right now, check these out! 1. Living with Hearing Loss - Shari Eberts writes from her personal experience with genetic hearing loss and other topics in the hearing field.  Shari has a great perspective on coming to terms with her hearing loss; it’s not easy, but there is hope.   2. Signia - This hearing aid manufacturer not only likes to put the focus on their products but your overall hearing health.  Looking for a new set of headphones? check out their guide on what style to choose.   3. The Limping Chicken - With a name that is apparently based on a UK joke gone viral, this UK blog edited by Charlie Swinbourne and more than 200 contributing writers, focuses on everything related to hearing loss and the deaf community. Check out Charlie’s blog about having his ears professionally cleaned!   4. Katherine Bouton - Katherine is a published author who writes about living with hearing loss and all the things that go along with it.  She has a really interesting blog about purchasing online and what’s “affordable” in the US.    5....

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do's and don'ts

Tinnitus Support Group – Covid 19 Tinnitus Recap

Tinnitus Recap: Do's and Don'ts During this time with Covid-19, we haven't been able to meet for our regular Tinnitus Support Group (we miss you guys!). So, while we are social distancing, I thought we could look back at the last 7 months and what we've learned in that time. Here are some Tinnitus recap do's and don't we've learned in regards to reducing and maintaining your Tinnitus.    Tinnitus Recap DO'S Use sound therapy for general flare-ups or when you can't wear your hearing aids (i.e. going to bed) Pet your fluffy family member! The act of stroking a dog, cat, etc. has a number of health benefits. For Tinnitus it can help by reducing your blood pressure or providing a distraction. Know that it's a disconnect between your brain and ears; it's not all in your head! Take breaks if you need it; that's okay! Watch out for your peak hours; you may be better say in the morning to be in groups or around noise. Try ear massage (using in acupuncture)! Watch the foods you eat; they might have more of an impact than you think. For triggers: Be prepared with strategies or avoid those situations. Tinnitus Recap DON'TS Avoid or reduce sugar. Not only will it be better for your waistline but your brain as well. For more foods that could influence your Tinnitus check out our session with a registered nutritionist. Think you're in this alone. You are not the only one experiencing and you have...

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Troubleshooting your Hearing Aids

Cleaning and Troubleshooting your Hearing Aids Has your hearing aid ever just stopped working? Or maybe the sound becomes distorted or softer? These are common issues many hearing aid wearers face. But what happens if you can't get into the clinic? If something goes wrong here are 4 troubleshooting steps to check your hearing aids.  Check the battery May you need a new one or got a dud (this does happen from time to time) Check that it’s not in upside down; there is a positive and negative side to hearing aid batteries too! For rechargeable batteries - make sure you charge them each night. When in doubt put them on the charger for 20 minutes and check again.  Look for wax or dirt build-up around the microphones, domes, and wax guards (under the dome)… when these get clogged the sound can’t pass through into your ear. For more information on how to change the wax guards, you can check out our video here. If they may have been exposed to moisture (i.e. accidentally went in the shower, rain, sweat on hot days, etc.) leave the batteries IN and place them in a dry aid kit. If you don’t have one, a bit of rice will work in a pinch. Here is more detail on what to do if they got wet.  If they still aren’t working well or at all, give us a call.  During Covid-19 we are still in the office for emergencies like hearing aids not working!  ...

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