Perhaps your life is like a soundtrack or you constantly have a favorite song running through your head. Music is an integral part of life for the majority of the population from young to old. It connects to the emotions on a deep level and can send you back down memory lane in a heartbeat. Music relaxes your mind, motivates your body and inspires your soul. Can you imagine your life without a melody? Those who suffer from hearing loss, [...]
While the do-it-yourself, or DIY, mentality is quite appealing in many areas of life, your health is an area in which it’s often best to consult the experts. The biggest hurdle for most Americans is the wealth of information, and often misinformation, that is available at just the click of a button. This has led far too many people to opt for speed over quality when searching for options to deal with hearing loss. Quick Fixes Those suffering from hearing loss, [...]
Have you ever gotten a medical bill that was far more than you expected to pay, and you couldn’t even figure out what services it actually covered? This is an all too common occurrence in the medical field where complicated codes must correspond with each and every service provided. Current Procedural Terminology, or CPT, codes are set forth by the American Medical Association. These unique codes are designed to cover medical, surgical and diagnostic services. However, if a service does [...]
Hearing loss may seem like it is merely an annoyance or trivial health issue. However, according to a recent study put out by the National Council on the Aging (NCOA), hearing loss can have detrimental consequences for older adults. Hearing loss is not simply a harmless physical concern. It affects people socially and emotionally. Among those suffering from hearing loss are heightened rates of anxiety, depression and even paranoia. People who need but do not wear hearing aids are far [...]
Choosing the right hearing aid is not only a matter of function but also style. In overall functionality, hearing aids basically work in much the same way by amplifying sounds from your environment within your ear. However, hearing aids can vary greatly when it comes to size, price, special features and even placement in the ear. Styles of Hearing AidsCompletely-in-the-Canal (CIC) Hearing AidsDesigned for adults suffering from mild to moderate hearing loss Smallest and least visible Picks up less wind noise Utilizes smaller, [...]
