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The realisation that one requires hearing aids is a life-changing moment. One needs to adapt both mentally and physically to the new phase of life. Just like powered spectacles, hearing aids also require time to get used to. In fact, the initial period will raise a lot of questions in your mind. [perfectpullquote align=”full” bordertop=”false”

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It is impossible to ignore the impact of technology on hearing solutions, particularly the ongoing debate between analog vs digital hearing aids. Each day, a smaller, more sophisticated hearing aid is launched, with features that allow an individual to hear as naturally as possible. Hearing aids have undergone significant transformations over the years. While analog

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Are you concerned that you might be suffering from hearing loss? If so, the best way to get it treated is by visiting an audiologist. It’s quite natural to be nervous – visiting a doctor is not exactly a pleasant feeling. There is also the additional burden of dealing with the social stigma associated with

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The impact of hearing loss is not just physical – it influences the psychological well-being of an individual as well. This can be attributed to the social stigma associated with hearing loss, especially about it being an age-related disease. This is also the reason why many affected individuals refrain from reporting their difficulties in hearing

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Early in 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned that 1.1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss because of personal audio devices, such as smartphones, and damaging levels of sound at entertainment venues. Most of us spend a lot of time commuting between home and the workplace, especially in crowded metros like

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It’s not uncommon to see individuals afflicted with hearing loss to put off their problems with an ‘it’s not that bad’ or ‘it seems to come and go’. The social stigma of being seen wearing a hearing aid and being labelled ‘deaf’ or ‘old’ can lead to avoiding the problem altogether. It is true that

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There is one particular type of hearing aid that audiologists worry about. It’s bad for the patient, and it can deter other people from even attempting to give hearing aids a chance to improve their lives. They are called “in-the-drawer” hearing aids. As opposed to behind-the-ear or in-the-canal hearing aids, ITD hearing aids never see

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You might come across a mention of cochlear implants as an alternative for treating hearing loss. Cases requiring cochlear implants are usually very different to those requiring Hearing Aids. [perfectpullquote align=”full” bordertop=”false” cite=”” link=”” color=”” class=”” size=””]Cochlear Implants are considered only in cases where hearing aids are not successful or where hearing aids are not

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Hearing loss can have an adverse impact on a person’s social and professional life. The best way to deal with it is to visit an audiologist and get the appropriate diagnosis of the types and severity of the hearing loss. The audiologist can offer the best advice about the solutions to an individual’s hearing problems.

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“Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” – Warren Buffett This statement especially holds true while purchasing hearing aids. While it is human nature to try and seek cheaper alternatives to the ones generally recommended by the audiologist, it is important to consider the actual ‘value’ you’d be getting out of purchasing

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Choosing the right pair of hearing aids is akin to choosing the right pair of jeans. While you may consider the brand recommended by a friend, and may even wear the same size as him/her, it’s not necessary that it would be the ‘right fit’ for you! Hearing aids are available in a variety of

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How do you choose a dress for yourself? Do you pick and buy the first dress you see? Obviously, not. You first try it on, see if it fits, and also if it looks good on you. The bottom line is, you will check different alternatives, before choosing the one that’s best for you. [perfectpullquote