People often ask us, “does ear candling work”? Maybe you’ve never heard of ear candling. Perhaps you’ve tried it. In this article, we share our professional opinion about ear candling. What is an Ear candle? An ear candle is a hollow cone made of cloth that is soaked in beeswax. It works by inserting one side of the candle into the
There are many over the counter products that are marketed for tinnitus relief, and some are touted to be natural remedies that are miracle cures for tinnitus. Are OTC tinnitus supplements safe to take? Keep in mind that over the counter supplements containing vitamins and herbs are classified as “food” by the FDA. This means
It’s time for hearing aids. You’ve decided to do something about your hearing loss! Congratulations on taking that first important step! Now how do you decide where to go to purchase hearing aids? Do you know what style of hearing aid is best for you? Where should you start going about with the process? How
How do you protect your hearing at loud events? This one is for all my sports fans. the ones who get caught up in the enthusiasm and cheer until their throats are sore! Having a plan to protect your hearing can help you enjoy those games for the rest of your life. Have you ever
There are several hearing loss myths and in this article, we’re going to tackle 5 of those myths. Myth: Living with a hearing loss isn’t a big deal Fact: There are many negative side effects to untreated hearing loss. Hearing loss can strain communication with friends and family, which in turn can cause isolation, depression
Purchasing hearing aids to treat your hearing loss is a major investment. It can feel like a difficult process. There are important details that can get overlooked during the decision-making process. Choosing the best hearing professional to work with is important to consider, but so is follow-up care for hearing aids. Follow-up care for
Better Hearing for Your Retirement You know the drill… Sit down with your financial advisor and discuss your income, savings, spending and everything in between. Have questions for your advisor and they have questions for you. But the most important one on your mind is “will I have enough money set aside to have a fulfilling
Did your dog use your hearing aid as a chew toy? Does your hearing aid have a simple malfunction? We’ve got your hearing aid repair covered! Just like a phone or computer, hearing aids are sophisticated devices! They provide years of benefit when cared for properly. But because of their everyday use, it can’t be helped that
Sometimes we love to mislead ourselves by believing what we want to believe or believing what others tell us to believe. As Dr. H. Gustav Mueller once said, “You have to hear what you don’t want to hear to know what you don’t want to hear.” For example, did you know that Thomas Edison didn’t
It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching! It’s that magical time when retailers fill their stores with chocolates and flowers and, in turn, hope that you fill the air with love. But there is one aspect of Valentine’s Day that many couples are challenged by each year – and that is hearing loss. Wouldn’t
Let me guess: you made a New Year’s resolution this year. Over 40% of Americans make New Year resolutions each year and the number is steadily growing. A resolution can be anything from wanting to travel more, losing weight, spending more time with family or even learning to paint. If you didn’t make a resolution