Resources
Educational resources play a role in raising awareness about hearing and speech related issues. Early detection protects sufferers from dangerous side effects, and communication about these problems helps the entire population. The resources provided by Sound Hearing Care is a good place to start learning about the hearing industry.
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Everything you need, all in one place.
Below you’ll find everything you need for before, during and after your visit, as well as additional information on hearing healthcare.
Online Hearing screening
Think You Might Have Hearing Loss?
Take our free, five-minute online screening to get a better understanding of your hearing health. It can determine if a professional evaluation is right for you.
Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
Patients will always have questions before their first hearing appointment. The FAQ covers the most common concerns about dealing with hearing loss and its treatments.
More on Frequently Asked QuestionsThe evaluation for hearing aids introduces a lot of new information to the patient. Browsing through the guide can help with model, feature and brand recommendations. Think of it as a small bit of information that makes a major difference before the appointment.
More on Guide to Hearing AidsIf you’re trying to better understand your hearing loss, a basic comprehension of how the ears work can help. While our auditory system is incredibly complex, this page breaks down key information that can help shed more light on your hearing health.
More on Hearing – How the Ear WorksBoth mild and severe medical conditions can cause balance disorders. Vestibular disfunctions affect up to 35% of adults over the age of 40. Even if it is a temporary case, balance disorders should be prioritized as a serious health condition.
More on Hearing and Balance DisordersA musician has to protect their hearing at all costs. Hearing aids and monitors for musicians is the modern solution to this problem. It automatically normalizes the loudest sounds without affecting the integrity of the music.
More on How to Prevent Hearing Loss for MusiciansMillions of people unknowingly suffer with treatable hearing loss. Some of these untreated conditions turn into long-term chronic problems. That is why early detection continues to be the best way to fight hearing loss.
More on Impacts of Untreated Hearing LossStaying up to date with the health industry doesn’t have to be complicated. This is an all-in-one place to get the latest news, technology updates and blogs about the hearing industry.
More on Latest Hearing Health NewsSensorineural, conductive and mixed are the three main types of hearing loss. Although rare, auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) qualifies as a fourth type of hearing loss. Regardless of what type of hearing loss you are experiencing, you get the best treatment with early detection.
More on Types of Hearing LossTinnitus
Buzzing, whirring or ringing in your ears? It could be tinnitus.
Tinnitus is described as unwanted noises in one or both ears. It’s a common, yet frustrating condition that can dramatically impact quality of life. Luckily, many patients have found relief through treatments that effectively ease their symptoms.
