Hearing isn’t always easy! Whether it’s a large group of people talking at the same time, softly spoken speakers, too much background noise…sometimes sounds just blend together into a ‘soup,’ making it almost impossible to focus on what you actually want to hear. Signia’s new Pure C&G AX hearing aids change the way you hear…
From ear wax to the age of hearing loss, we take a look at five of the most fascinating facts about our ears! When it comes to hearing loss, especially the types of hearing loss, many of us are relatively clueless. So, we’ve rounded up come of the most fascinating facts about hearing to give…
A special button in the Signia app revolutionises hearing aid wearers’ hearing experience (amidst the COVID-19 pandemic) one of Signia’s many innovations designed to enhance your hearing performance. Whether you are hard of hearing (or not), you will probably have noticed that it can be more difficult to understand what people are saying when they…
The Hearing Specialist recently moved into a new clinic in Wimbledon, where we continue to offer our high quality audiology services. However, if you’re based in the South London area but can’t travel to our new home in Wimbledon, we’re able to come to you. We offer a mobile audiologist service, visiting patients’ homes in…
If you’ve noticed your hearing loss has gotten worse recently, or are suffering with an increased amount of tinnitus, it could be down to an excess amount of ear wax building up in your ear canal. It’s something that could also be causing discomfort and earache. You might be thinking it’s a good idea to…
The allergy season can bring more than sniffles and sneezes. The build up of fluid in your ears can lead to pain and loss of hearing, a disconcerting experience for anyone. If you’re struggling to tell the difference between temporary conductive hearing loss and a permanent condition, this article can help you tell the difference.
The revolutionary Signia Active earbuds enhance your overall hearing experience, in addition to streaming music and phone calls, so you can perform at your best and Be Brilliant.
If you’re looking into getting a hearing aid for the first time, you might be surprised to find out just how much some of the higher-end models can cost. For the highest rated hearing aids, you’ll often find yourself looking at a price tag of more than £1,000, and it’s very easy to be put…
While your hearing is just as important as your sight, taste and overall health there is a disparity in the way that most people take care of it. For many, hearing is seen as something that just “is”, and therefore doesn’t need to be seen by a specialist. Well, this way of thinking is wrong….
What does it take to Be Brilliant? IN a simple sense, we know you need a lot of focus and dedication – and we at The Hearing Specialist understand that. Hearing what matters has never been more important, where a missed word can mean a missed opportunity. Settling for average might have been good enough…
Modern technology has heavily changed the hearing aid industry over the past few years, with so many new features adding extra convenience, and various designs and styles increasing comfort. One of the changes made to hearing aid offerings means users now have a choice between rechargeable and standard battery operated instruments, but what’s the right…
Getting a hearing aid for the first time? It’s not as simple as purchasing your chosen hearing aid and instantly getting good results, and it’s understandable you might have some concerns. As such, we’ve put together some of the things you might expect to happen after purchasing a hearing aid. An adjustment period Wearing a…
Considering your hearing aid options? There’s a large range of manufacturers and models offering varied hearing aids, packed with different performance levels, features and styles. It means there’s something different for everyone, no matter their preferences. Receiver in the canal A RIC hearing aid feels like a cross between a BTE (behind the ear) and…
If you’ve never used a hearing aid before, you might have some worries and misconceptions about how they work, and how you’d go about using them. It’s completely understandable to have some concerns when moving towards using a hearing aid for the first time – this is going to become an important part of your…
Earwax is one of the most commonly misunderstood side-products of life, and many don’t realise both the benefits it provides you, and the problems it can cause if treated improperly. To remedy this, we are going to take a look at what earwax actually is, what it does, and how to properly remove it if…
Produced by the long-established Swiss audiology company Bernafon, the Viron hearing aid range utilises modern technology to create a high quality sound experience. The Viron range offers versatile hearing instruments with a focus on clearer sound that can improve the user’s day-to-day interactions and quality of life. Five Performance Options The Viron range consists of…
Produced by Signia, the Xperience range aims to combat the long-standing issue of many hearing aids only offering an amplified sound of your surroundings, rather than a clear focus on what you actually want to hear. As you move through different locations and environments, the sound of your surroundings can change quickly, sometimes jumping from…
With the COVID 19 pandemic making changes to every conceivable aspect of our lives, it should be no surprise that hearing aid users are also experiencing big changes in their day to day lives. While many hearing aid wearers will only have one new inconvenience to put up with, there are those who hit the…
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