New Research on Inner Ear Hair Cells
Within the inner ear are delicate hair cells responsible for converting soundwaves into electrical impulses, which are then sent to the brain via the auditory nerve to be processed as sound. Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when these hair cells are damaged or die. New research into the development of these hair cells has identified a…
Can B12 Relieve Your Tinnitus?
Eating well and getting enough vitamins and minerals can help improve your overall health. Researchers from Era Lucknow Medical College were interested in the benefits from one specific vitamin—B12. With a small pilot study, they looked to see if this vitamin held the key to tinnitus treatment. Benefits of B12 B12, also known as Cobalamin,…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss and Diabetes
Diabetes is a huge health concern across the country. An estimated 30 million American adults have been diagnosed with the disease and another 84 million have prediabetes, a condition that increases your risk of developing diabetes within the next five years. There are a number of health risks associated with diabetes and hearing loss is one of…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
Hearing Loss & Depression
Along with difficulty communicating, people with hearing loss are at risk for a number of associated medical problems if they do not take steps to seek treatment. The correlation between hearing loss and a number of physical, social and psychological conditions is well-established; one of the most common is depression. The Correlation Between Hearing Loss…
How to Help a Loved One with Their Hearing Loss
Hearing loss affects more than just your ability to hear; it plays a large role in your physical and mental health. While you may understand the importance of seeking treatment, it can be hard to convince someone else to. Below is an outline of how you can help a loved one with hearing loss. Talk…
The Link Between Healthy Hearing and Falls
Did you know there is a link between your hearing health and the potential for dangerous falls? The vestibular system is located in the inner ear and is responsible for your sense of balance, detecting movements to provide awareness of spatial orientation. What many don’t know is there is a link between hearing and balance—multiple…
Frequently Asked BPPV Questions
There are a number of possible causes of your unexplained episodes of dizziness. One of the most perplexing is BPPV, a type of vertigo. Below is a breakdown of the most common questions about BPPV. What Does BPPV Stand For? The BPPV acronym stands for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The name can be broken down…
What Is Auditory Processing Disorder?
Auditory processing disorder describes difficulty processing sounds, especially speech, due to the brain and ears not coordinating with one another. Early diagnosis and treatment is important in order to prevent speech and language delays. Many kids with auditory processing disorder receive hearing tests because their parents suspect hearing loss is the culprit behind symptoms. Most…
The Link Between Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline
For years, hearing loss was thought of like gray hair and wrinkles, just another inconsequential part of aging. But researchers suspect that hearing plays an important role in brain health as we age, and numerous studies are beginning to back up these claims. Hearing Loss and Dementia Research Dr. Frank Lin, an otologist and epidemiologist…