Resources
Hearing is an important part of everyday life, and having the right information can help you make the most of it. At Acute Hearing, our hearing professionals provide a range of resources to support your hearing care, including guides on hearing aids and information about issues like tinnitus. These resources are designed to give you a clear understanding of your hearing options and the steps you can take to keep your hearing at its best.
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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.
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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.
Understanding hearing aids can make it easier to choose a device that works well for your needs. This guide explains the different styles and features available, as well as how hearing aids can be adjusted to suit your daily activities. It helps you make informed choices with practical information about using and caring for your devices.
More on Guide to Hearing AidsThe ear is made up of three main parts that work together to help you hear. This resource explains how sound travels from the outer ear through the middle ear and into the inner ear, where it is processed and sent to the brain. Learning how the ear functions can help you understand changes in hearing and the importance of maintaining ear health.
More on Hearing – How the Ear WorksHearing and balance are closely connected, and problems in one can affect the other. This resource covers common conditions that impact both hearing and balance, as well as signs to watch for. Knowing more about these disorders can guide you toward the right support and treatment.
More on Hearing and Balance DisordersEven mild hearing loss can affect everyday life if it is not addressed. This resource explains how untreated hearing changes can influence communication, social interaction and overall well-being. Understanding these impacts highlights the benefits of timely hearing care.
More on Impacts of Untreated Hearing LossStaying informed about hearing health can help you make better decisions for your care. This resource provides updates on research, technology developments and general news related to hearing. It helps you keep up with advances that may improve your hearing and quality of life.
More on Latest Hearing Health NewsHearing loss can affect people in different ways, and understanding the type you have is important for choosing the right support. This resource explains common forms of hearing loss, how they develop and the challenges they can create in daily life. Knowing the type of hearing loss you experience helps guide treatment options.
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.
