What is The Connection Between Neuroplasticity and Hearing Loss Treatment?
More evidence is emerging that shows the human brain’s ability to adapt to change. For example, new research indicates that hearing aids may be able to reverse brain changes caused by hearing loss. What Does Neuroplasticity Mean? Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to adapt by forming new neural connections throughout life. These changes can…
How to Help Your Loved One Understand the Benefits of Hearing Aids
Are you concerned about a loved one’s hearing loss? Are you trying to figure out the right way to talk to them about getting hearing aids? If so, know that you are not alone. Thankfully there are several tips to help you make these conversations about hearing health easier and more effective. Why Are People…
Hearing Aids & Babies: The First Six Months
While hearing aids are usually associated with older people, people of all ages can wear hearing aids, including babies! Babies may be first fit with hearing aids as soon as they’ve been diagnosed with hearing loss – even as early as two to three months of age. Below we review everything you need to know…
Phonak Lyric™ – The First Invisible Hearing Aid
Looking for a discreet hearing device that won’t get in the way but still lets you hear all the sounds you used to? Look no further than Lyric™. Lyric™ is a completely in-the-ear, invisible hearing aid that delivers clear, natural sound. How it Works An audiologist places the Lyric device deep in the ear canal,…
Can Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline?
If you have trouble with remembering and organizing information, buying a day planner from City Lights may help. But if you’re experiencing cognitive decline, you may want to take more drastic measures to improve your memory. Studies show that wearing hearing aids may prevent or delay cognitive decline, including dementia. Hearing Loss & Dementia Among…
What Is Hidden Hearing Loss?
If you can pass a hearing test with flying colors but have trouble making out what your friends say in a noisy restaurant, you could have hidden hearing loss. Hidden hearing loss often goes undiagnosed because a standard audiogram, which measures your ability to hear varying volumes and pitches in a quiet room, won’t detect…
Over-The-Counter Hearing Devices: Frequently Asked Questions
On October 19, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed a rule to create a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices. You may have questions about OTC hearing devices and your hearing health, so we’d like to help you learn more about them. Do I need a prescription for OTC devices? No, you…
Protect Your Investment in Hearing Devices: Five Essential Tips
If you’ve purchased a pair of hearing devices recently, you know what a difference they can make in your life. To protect your investment and keep them in good working condition, following these tips: Tip #1: Be aware of the temperature. Avoid excessive heat and cold. Do not leave your hearing devices in a hot…
Hear Your Favorite Birds Again with Hearing Aids
Do you enjoy listening to the sounds of birds, whether it’s while bird watching at Buena Vista Park or just while sitting on your back porch? If so, you’re not alone; a recent survey found that bird song is one of the most popular sounds to listen to. About the Survey The survey was conducted…
What Should You Have in Your Hearing Aid Maintenance Kit?
Hearing aids can harbor excess flora and not the kind you might find at Corona Heights Park. Rather excess bacteria can alter the flora in your ear canal and increase the risk of irritation and infection in your ear. For some users, this irritation can cause them to not wear their hearing aids as much…