As hearing loss rates continue to rise, the relatively new option for over-the-counter hearing aids has become more popular among adults who struggle with hearing in some environments. Unfortunately, these less expensive hearing aids are not for everyone. In an August 2022 ruling, the FDA approved the sale of hearing aids directly to adult consumers […]
Pain management therapy beneficial to many
We avoid pain. From a simple tension headache to pain from surgery to a chronic backache, we want the pain to stop so that we can go on with our lives. Even minor pain or temporary pain gets in the way of the things we want and need to do. Pain management therapy aims to […]
Improvements in hearing aids benefit users
If you are struggling with hearing in recent years, of if you have relied on hearing aids to maintain the quality of your daily life, you know how important it is for your audiologist to understand your hearing needs and to be aware of all the latest technology available in hearing aids. The great news […]
Hearing screenings important at any age
We all remember getting our hearing checked as children. Well checkups may have included a hearing screening and sometimes quick screenings were done in elementary schools. As we age, routine hearing screenings fall off so now you likely have not had your hearing checked unless you have had hearing difficulties. The fact is, annual hearing […]
Work smart by outsourcing your medical billing
Why is outsourcing your medical billing smart? There are several benefits, but a main reason is to put your coding and billing in the hands of professionals who know how to avoid the denials and mistakes that tend to happen with this sometimes-overwhelming process. Medical billing has long been a complicated, detail-oriented process. In recent […]
Maintain good oral hygiene into holidays
How did you celebrate National Oral Hygiene Month in October? If you finally scheduled your overdo teeth cleaning with your dental hygienist, dentists will tell you that you have done one of the best things possible for your oral health. The fact is, oral health is among the most neglected of practices by Americans, and […]
Tips for troubleshooting your hearing aids
If you or a loved one suffers from hearing loss, the introduction of hearing aids has likely been a life-changing experience. But anyone who has used hearing aids, especially when first starting out, can attest to the occasional issue and a few struggles getting things just right. Fortunately, many of the most common issues experienced […]
Give the gift of hearing this holiday season
Holiday dinners, gatherings, and parties are expected to be larger this year. That means catching up on news with loved ones and reconnecting with out-of-town relatives. For those who struggle with hearing loss it could mean a frustrating experience as they try to participate in conversations in noisy environments that can make hearing difficult even […]
Trends for hearing aid products impacted by Covid-19
Behind-the-ear hearing aids have been among the most popular of hearing aid devices for the hearing impaired largely because of their excellent connectivity and ease of use. That trend is expected to continue in 2021, according to most experts, although shut downs and health concerns of the last year may have some impact on production, […]
Walking tall in 2020 – Don’t suffer with sore feet
Sore feet – everyone has experienced the agony at some point, and probably more than once. A vacation that involves a lot of walking, standing at a party in uncomfortable dress shoes, or breaking in a stiff pair of boots can all lead to sore feet. When foot pain becomes chronic, however, when stepping out […]