Hearing Wellness Blog
Having hearing loss is a unique experience, and everyone deals with it differently. However, this doesn’t stop people from finding a community online – such as the one we’ve built for you right here. Please explore our Hearing Wellness Blog developed by your Lemme Audiologists, and reach out to us if you want to continue the conversation.
Why Are My Hearing Aids Squealing!
If your hearing aids are squealing, they are probably not squealing from delight. Known as “feedback,” this squealing happens when sound from the hearing aid leaks out of your ear and gets picked up by the microphone of your hearing aid. This will happen when your...
Encouraging Loved Ones
What is the best way to encourage loved ones to seek help for hearing loss? Be honest with your family members and talk to them about their hearing problems. Family gatherings can involve laughter, conversation and interaction. Individuals with hearing loss often...
What are Real Ear Measurements and Why Are They Important?
Real Ear Measurement is a test that we use to verify that your hearing aids are programmed to the correct prescription for your individual hearing loss. The results of the test shows us how much amplification (volume) you are receiving at each of the different speech...
When You Have Hearing Loss But Your Spouse Doesn’t
Having hearing loss while your spouse can hear well can make everyday life harder. Simple conversations can become frustrating for you because you aren’t hearing it all. As for your spouse, needing to repeat themselves a lot can be frustrating for them. Being the one...
Is Hearing Loss Hereditary?
Many people with hearing loss may have an idea of what caused it, like loud noises or a head injury. However, some wonder if genetics (inherited traits) play a role. The answer is yes, genetic factors can contribute to hearing loss, but it’s not always easy to explain...
Cognitive Hearing | Cognitive Decline
Cognitive Hearing Studies suggest that older people with hearing loss are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and hearing loss can be associated with a faster rate of cognitive decline. Why is this? Researchers have several theories: One has to do...
