Hearing

Many people who experience tinnitus find it annoying, distracting, or even distressing. If there’s a problem, there has to be a cure, and we’re aiming to find it. Like many other conditions that affect hearing, tinnitus can also affect your quality of life. Many people who have tinnitus claim that they find it hard to…

The holidays are a big part of the year, and everyone loves a chance to enjoy fresh, delicious food & friendly company. If you’re not sure how to approach socializing, here are some tips so you can have a great time, too If you’re travelling for the holidays, or just want to make sure you’re…

Many people around the world suffer from hearing loss. It’s a sad reality, as people of all ages are affected by this and they struggle to cope with it without the correct treatment. Hearing loss can affect people in many ways, but most notably it can affect your brain significantly. Today, we will delve into…

Signia’s International Repair Service makes it easy to access repairs for Signia non-custom hearing aids. If your hearing aid has been damaged or isn’t working properly, let expert technicians help. Although hearing aids are typically hardwearing and long-lasting, it’s not unusual for them to need repairs from time to time. Most hearing aid users wear their aids…

As one of the most common types of hearing loss, sensorineural hearing loss is well-researched and fairly treatable. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed or is seeking a diagnosis, here’s some information to help you learn more.

Your hearing health is an important part of your life, and it’s essential you monitor it regularly to make sure you don’t start developing issues.  Impact on your mental health Mental health is a huge topic of discussion in today’s society as there are many people who suffer from mental conditions. It can be difficult…

Among the four types of hearing loss, conductive hearing loss is the most easily treated. However, it’s still important to understand how and why it occurs. When exploring the topic of deafness, you might come across information for varying forms of hearing loss. All of these conditions take away or diminish someone’s hearing, but they…

Because mixed hearing loss is a combination of sensorineural and conductive hearing loss, diagnosis and treatment can involve a few more steps. Here’s what you need to know about this hearing condition. Sensorineural hearing loss and conductive hearing loss aren’t mutually exclusive. In fact, there is a special phrase used to refer to cases where both…

If you, your child, or your loved one is having problems hearing, the problem may be neurological, not aural. Here’s what you need to know about APD or auditory processing disorder. When discussing different types of hearing loss, there is one condition that is frequently overlooked. While many sites list three forms, there are actually…

As the most common treatment for hearing loss, hearing aids are a lifeline for many. Small yet powerful, hearing aids have the ability to help sufferers hear clearly again, and dramatically improve their quality of life as a result. Whilst hearing aids are designed to be incredibly robust and last for years, issues can happen….

Did you know that more men than women suffer from hearing loss? The reasons are not biological but due to lifestyle factors. Did you know that more men than women suffer from hearing loss? The reasons are not biological but due to lifestyle factors. The natural degradation of our hearing can be intensified or lessened…

Whether you’re experiencing hearing loss or have simply decided to start taking better care of your hearing, you may be left wondering “are private audiologists really worth it?” In the UK, we’re fortunate enough to have the NHS take care of our health when we need it, but is this the best choice when it…

It’s common for many people of different ages to develop excessive earwax, and whilst this may seem irritating at first, it’s actually healthy for you. If your ears are developing earwax it shows they’re doing their job cleaning your ears out, however, we understand it can be a visible inconvenience. So, to combat the visibility…

Hearing loss is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. However, the rate of development can be so gradual that some of those suffering may not even be aware of it. Aside from those who have developed hearing loss due to illness or injury, for many people, their ability to hear can decline gradually…

As an independent issue, hearing loss can be incredibly debilitating for a person suffering.  A decline in your ability to hear impacts everything in your day to day life – from taking phone calls to watching TV and participating in group conversations. Of course, seeking out professional help and investing in hearing aids can help…

If you’re reading this blog, it’s likely that you’re suffering from some degree of hearing loss, and are exploring your options in regard to hearing aids. We’ll start by saying that if you’ve previously had reservations about wearing hearing aids due to their old bulky and prominent styles, that’s truly a thing of the past….

It’s no secret that hearing loss has greater impacts on our physical and mental health which extends further than simply struggling to hear. The negative knock-on effects that suffering from hearing loss can have on an individual can greatly impact their quality of life and overall wellbeing. For many years, hearing loss has been linked…

Signia’s new rechargeable Insio Charge&Go AX custom-made hearing aids are tailored to the individual shape of your ear canal to sit discreetly inside your ear. They deliver outstanding speech clarity, even in noisy situations. When it comes to hearing aids, you usually have to choose between a custom-made device that sits discreetly inside your ear,…

Over the past decade, huge advancements in hearing aid technology means that they’re now more intelligent than ever before. Modern-day hearing aids have vastly improved in both appearance and technology. Not only do they have a smaller, stylish and more discreet appearance, they also encompass incredibly smart features that would have seemed inconceivable some years…

As we get older, it’s natural that we begin to experience some level of cognitive decline. The ageing process can cause the connections between cells in the brain to become damaged, and some cells can be lost. For some, the issues that this leads to can be relatively mild and includes age-related forgetfulness and short-term…