When we as hearing care providers think about music, generally the detrimental effects come to mind. But Frank Russo, professor of psychology and director of the Science of Music, Auditory Research, and Technology Lab (SMART Lab) is bringing to light...
Self-Treating for Hearing Loss: More Harm Than Good
Have you heard about the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017, recently passed by Congress? The bill, once signed into law by the president and fleshed out with Food and Drug Administration regulations, will allow the retail sale of hearing...
Can Prescription Drugs Cause Ringing In the Ears?
Tinnitus, or a ringing in the ears (this can also be a whooshing or pulsing), is generally the first symptom of ototoxicity and is generally short lived, but it can have more permanent symptoms. About Tinnitus Simply defined, tinnitus is...
Are You Wasting Cash on Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids?
Learn why self-treating hearing problems with personal sound amplification products might not be a better value after all. Big-box stores, warehouse clubs, and online retailers have made it easier than ever to buy over-the-counter hearing devices or personal sound amplification...
Knowing the Signs and Symptoms Linked to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Can Save Lives
As discussed in part 1, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — and even milder forms of TBI – is considered to be a leading cause of concussion and a fast growing concern among amateur and professional athletes where an increasing number...
Beginning a New School Year – is Your Child Missing Out Due to Hearing Loss?
Audiology Associates’ Dr. Amber Powner offers insights into hearing loss in children and recommendations for parents for having a child’s hearing screened early. (PRWEB) SEPTEMBER 18, 2016 A child’s ability to hear is a critical part of social, emotional and...
New Studies Highlight the Need for Adolescents to Care for Their Long-Term Hearing Health
Dr. Amber Powner of Audiology Associates discusses the results of recent studies on youth and hearing loss, and points out the need to educate kids about using earplugs. More than 10 million Americans already have irreversible hearing damage as a...
Dr. Peter Marincovich Talks About Concussions in Response to Latest News on TBI and Hearing Loss
Knowing the Signs and Symptoms Linked to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Can Save Lives By Dr. Peter Marincovich, Ph.D. Screen shot from the movie ‘Concussion’. Photo Courtesy of Business Insider The biographical sports film “Concussion” raised public awareness of Traumatic...
Active Listening
HOW COMMUNICATION WORKS: Active listening is a crucial component to hearing. At Audiology Associates, we are committed to helping you and your loved ones learn effective strategies to help better the communication in your life, and those around you. Read...
How Communication Works
Active listening is a crucial component to hearing. At Audiology Associates, we are committed to helping you and your loved ones learn effective strategies to help better the communication in your life, and those around you. In communication, there is...