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• Why two hearing aids are better than one Posted by Palmer Hearing Laboratory on June 18, 2021 Ok, try this: Cover one eye with your hand and look around. Notice how clarity, depth perception and spatial awareness are affected? It’s not much different with our ears. Just as we use both eyes to see our best, our two ears work together to help us hear our best. That’s why it’s usually recommended — even if hearing loss is... Read More
• I have hearing loss - now what? Posted by Palmer Hearing Laboratory on June 03, 2021 What to do if you think you have hearing loss Most people who have hearing loss aren’t born with it. Instead, hearing loss creeps up on us over time, usually caused by exposure to loud noises, aging, or some combination of the two. Statistics show that the prevalence of hearing loss doubles for every decade of life, which explains why one out of three... Read More
• Can hearing loss be restored? Posted by Palmer Hearing Laboratory on May 19, 2021 The quick and frank answer to the question, “Can hearing loss be restored?” is no, once hearing is lost, you cannot restore it to how it was. But notice the “how it was” part of that answer. That’s because, while you can’t go back to the way you used to hear, you can still absolutely treat hearing loss and significantly... Read More
• Golf and hearing loss: why golf is a great sport for the hearing impaired Posted by Palmer Hearing Laboratory on May 04, 2021 Jordan Fuller, over at Golf Influence, explains why golf is a perfect pastime for those with hearing loss. Having optimal hearing is important when playing a round of golf, although golfers who wear hearing aids may find them to be more frustrating than not being able to hear what’s happening around them. There is good news, though. As technology has... Read More
• Why do my ears feel plugged? Posted by Palmer Hearing Laboratory on April 19, 2021 If you’ve ever flown, you most likely know the sensation of your ears plugging up. Irritating, right? Here’s why that happens. The most common reason for ears to feel clogged or plugged is due to something called Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (Eustachian is pronounced “You-Station”). The Eustachian tube connects the back of the nose to the... Read More