HowDoIKnowifIHaveHearingLoss?
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), roughly 15% of Americans over the age of 18 report some trouble hearing. Are you one of them?
Signs you may have hearing loss:
You often have to ask people to repeat themselves
People sound like they’re mumbling when they talk to you
You have a hard time understanding people in a crowded restaurant or room (hearing loss may be more pronounced in situations with increased background noise)
You need to listen to the TV at a volume higher than what others are comfortable with
Hearing a ringing or buzzing noise in your ears (tinnitus)
You have difficulty hearing voices and sounds that are very low or high pitched
In addition to seeing a professional, there are a few other measures that can help those who have difficulty hearing:
Let others know that you have a hearing problem, and any ways they may be able to assist with communication.
Ask people to face you while speaking, and to speak slowly and clearly.
Let people know when you have not understood something they said. Ask them to repeat themselves if needed.
Move to quieter places with less background noise when having conversations.
If you suspect some degree of hearing loss, schedule an appointment with one of the Pennsylvania Ear Institute (PEI) audiologists
Personalized Features in Modern Hearing Aids
Gonearethedayswhenhearingaidswere simplyamplifiers.Today'smodernhearing aidscomeequippedwithmanypersonalized featurestailoredtoindividualhearing needs.
Throughouttheyears,thehearingaid industryhaspushedfortechnological advancementsthatincludemanymodern featuresandconnectivityoptions.
Consideredtransformativepiecesof technology,theyofferdifferentmethodsof convenience.
Thepersonalizedfeaturesofmodern hearingaidsandhowtheyaretransforming thehearinghealthcarelandscape: WirelessConnectivity:Peoplecan streamaudiodirectlyfrom smartphones,televisions,enhancing theirlisteningexperienceand communicationabilities.
CustomizableSettingsandRemote ControlApps:Peoplecanadjust volume,sounddirectionality,andnoise reductionsettingstooptimizetheir hearingaidperformanceinvarious situationsdirectlyfromtheir smartphoneapps.
SpeechEnhancement:Manymodern hearingaidsareequippedwithspeech enhancementfeaturesthatprioritize speechfrequencies,making conversationsclearerandeasily understood.
Tinnitus Support: Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, is a common symptom experienced by many individuals with hearing loss. Incorporating tinnitus support into hearing aids, people can experience relief from the bothersome symptoms of tinnitus.
Experts at the Pennsylvania Ear Institute offer services related to hearing aid counseling, dispensing and fittings, and repairs. For more information or to book an appointment, call
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The Eye Institute (Oak Lane) 1200 West Godfrey Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19141
Appointments: 215.276.6111
The Eye Institute (Chestnut Hill) Chestnut Hill Plaza 7630 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19118
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Pennsylvania Ear Institute 8380 Old York Road, Suite 120 Elkins Park, PA 19027
Appointments: 215.780.3180
1200 W. Godfrey Avenue (Oak Street Health Entrance) Philadelphia, PA 19141
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