Understanding the Two Types of Tinnitus
People with tinnitus may hear a ringing, roaring, hissing, whistling, buzzing or clicking sound with no external source. It’s common to experience tinnitus after exposure to loud sound, but for some there is no apparent reason for the sensation. Tinnitus is a symptom rather than a disease itself, which mean there is no cure unless…
COVID-19 UPDATE
Important Information about our Covid Protocols Total Hearing Care is still following the CDC recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. To protect the safety of our patients and staff, we will continue to require people to wear masks while in our office, as well as limit the number of people in our waiting room. …
How Loud Is Too Loud?
Has your mother ever told you to turn down your music because it’s too loud? Well, she was right. Exposure to loud noises isn’t just obnoxious to others, it can cause irreversible hearing loss. This is important to keep in mind next time you’re listening to music through headphones or when you attend your first…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss & Anxiety
Hearing loss affects approximately 48 million people across the U.S., and for many of them, anxiety is one of the most challenging side effects. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety describes a state of heightened alertness, which is a perfectly normal reaction to a stressful situation. But for 40 million Americans – about 18% of the population…
Common Hearing Aid Problems
Hearing aids are amazing technological devices that allow the wearer to hear and communicate with loved ones once again, especially in noisy environments like the State Fair of Texas. But just because they are capable of great things doesn’t mean everyone loves them. Below are some of the common complaints about hearing aids we hear…
Winter Months Are Hard on Your Hearing Aids
Your hearing aids represent a significant investment in time, effort and money. Because of this, you’ll want to do everything in your power to take care of them to ensure they provide you with good hearing for as long as possible. Learn more about why your hearing aids need extra protection this winter and how…
Can Cardiovascular Exercise Improve Your Hearing?
There are many benefits to cardiovascular exercise, such as lower blood pressure, reduced asthma symptoms, reduced chronic pain, better sleep, better weight regulation, a stronger immune system, improved mood and better cognitive performance. But there’s another benefit that may surprise you: Regular cardiovascular exercise can also help preserve your hearing. How Much Cardio Do You…
How Hearing Aids Help Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition where a person experiences a ringing, hissing, whistling, whooshing or roaring sound in the ears with no external sound source. Approximately 50 million Americans – or 15% of the population – experience tinnitus to some degree. Unfortunately, there is no cure for tinnitus, though there are many options for managing the…
How Serious Is a Ruptured Eardrum?
Your eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, is a vital component of the hearing process. Separating the outer and middle ear, the eardrum is responsible for converting soundwaves into vibrations that move through the ear. Ripping this membrane, in addition to being painful, can lead to hearing loss and put you at risk of…
Are Leaf Blowers Harming Your Hearing?
Have you ever been out enjoying a lovely fall day only to have it ruined by loud and unwanted noise? This is called noise pollution, and this time of the year leaf blowers are often the culprits. Understanding Noise Pollution As defined by the Environmental Protection Agency, unwanted or disturbing sound that interferes with normal…
