Resources
Our hearing resources educate patients on hearing loss treatment, hearing aids and many audiology services that are available in the hearing industry.
What is an Audiologist?
An audiologist is a unique professional and you may not know exactly what we do, so this purpose of this page is to expl...
Hearing Loss Related Links & Online Resources
Browse through the following hearing health related links which can provide some additional insight and education for th...
Hereditary / Genetic Hearing Loss Explained
Hearing loss is usually associated with ageing or we focus a lot on noise-induced hearing loss; however, hearing loss ca...
How Untreated Hearing Loss Affects Daily Lives
Whether it’s your personal life, your job, or even your physical health & safety, your hearing plays a very import...
How Your Ears Work
How your ears work is a complicated process. We believe that education is the key to helping you understand how to best ...
Myths vs. Facts about Hearing Loss
There are many different myths out there about hearing aids and hearing loss. At Hearing, Balance & Speech Center, w...
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Sound is what we hear when vibrations from the source of the sound travel through the air and reach our ears. Noise is t...
Rechargeable vs. Disposable Hearing Aid Batteries
With so many advancements in technology, today’s hearing aids include a wide range of features that were not even avai...
The Average Lifespan of a Hearing Aid
When determining which pair of hearing aids to buy, everyone should consider how long hearing aids will last, but note, ...
Untreated Hearing Loss
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), over 48 million Americans (ab...
Hearing Loss Diagnosis & Treatment
Learn about what to expect when you schedule an appointment to come in to our clinic for a hearing assessment. We are he...
What is Live Speech Mapping?
Today, many hearing care professionals are equipped with new technologies and methods which help make hearing healthcare...
What is Pulsatile Tinnitus?
If you have a “whooshing” or “thumping” sound in one or both of your ears that follows a steady rhythm, you may ...
Why Choose Hearing, Balance & Speech?
Why Choose Us: 7 Reasons to Visit Hearing, Balance & Speech Reason #1 We believe that educating patients leads to th...
What Happens If I Lose a Hearing Aid?
Losing a hearing aid is a big concern for both new and experienced hearing aid users! Not only does the prospect of losi...
Dancing is Good for Your Brain
Did you know that, much like how wearing hearing aids may help prevent cognitive decline, dancing can too? Put them toge...
Do Hearing Aids Help with Tinnitus?
Around 15-20% of the population suffers from tinnitus – a ringing, roaring, buzzing or hissing sound in your ears that...
The Importance of Hearing Aids in Your Ability to Age in Place
If you’re over the age of 50, chances are that you have heard of the concept of “aging in place” and considered if...
Do I Need Hearing Aids for Mild Hearing Loss?
The short answer is: yes! Now let us explain why. First, you don’t hear with just your ears, they are just how the sou...
Frequently Asked Questions / FAQ
Q – What is tinnitus? A – Tinnitus, or ringing in the ear is not a disease, but a symptom which can result f...
Allergies & Hearing Loss
If you suffer from seasonal or environmental allergies, then you are familiar with the common symptoms an allergic react...
Aural Rehabilitation
Aural rehabilitation is sometimes referred to as A.R. or aural rehab, and the objective is to reduce and regulate the ef...
Benefits of Hearing Aids
If you or a loved have hearing loss, it is important to seek treatment. Untreated hearing loss can bring a number of cha...
Binaural Hearing Explained
Binaural hearing sounds complicated, but it just is refers to how we hear using both ears. Our binaural hearing allows u...
College Guide for Students with Hearing Loss
Going off to college is a very exciting moment in most people’s lives. If you have hearing loss or wear hearing aids, ...
Communications Tips for Friends & Family
Conversations come easily to most people, but for those with hearing loss, it can sometimes be confusing, frustrating, a...
Early Hearing Loss Prevention and Detection
Hearing loss affects the young and old. Although hearing loss and hearing aids is often associated with older adults, it...
Finding the Right Hearing Aid for You
Getting ready for your hearing aid fitting appointment? It’s important to know and understand what you should expect. ...
FREE Hearing Loss Prevention Checklist
Hearing, Balance & Speech is here for you for all aspects of your hearing health. We don’t only focus on hearing l...
Lifestyle Comparison
The Right Treatment Plan to Suit Your Listening Lifestyle As you reclaim your life and overcome hearing impairments, you...
Glossary of Hearing Loss & Hearing Aid Terms
Aa Acoustic Meaning related to sound or the sense of hearing. Acoustic Nerve The vestibulocochlear nerve also known as t...
Guide to Learning Sign Language
Sign language is a great tool to have that helps you with communication when you are dealing with hearing loss. It helps...
Guide to Watching & Listening to TV with Hearing Aids
Dealing with hearing loss while watching TV can be difficult to navigate. Simply turning up the volume on the TV isnR...
Hearing Aid Features 101
The recent advances in technology have greatly expanded the range of hearing aid features available on the market today....
Hearing Aid Fitting Process: What To Expect
Getting ready for your hearing aid fitting appointment? It’s important to know and understand what you should expect. ...
Hearing Aid Maintenance Guide
Proper maintenance of your hearing aid can significantly extend the life of the device. It can also ensure the device is...
Hearing Loss & Hearing Aid Statistics
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), it is estimated that in the U...
Hearing Loss & Hearing Aid Travel Guide
Are you planning a trip in the near future? There are things to consider when you are traveling with hearing loss or hea...
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