COVID-19
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, our doors will be open but we will be shortening our hours. We will be here from 10 AM to 2 PM Monday through Thursday. For the safety of patients and staff, we are currently not seeing patients in the office. We are committed to providing hearing aid…
Six Things Audiologists Do
When many people think of audiologists, they think of people who sell hearing aids. But audiologists are so much more than licensed hearing aid dispensers; they are the most qualified professionals who can help you with concerns about your hearing and balance. Below are six things audiologists can do for you. Hearing Tests Audiologists provide…
What to Expect During a Balance Test
Feelings of dizziness, vertigo and imbalance can have serious effects on your quality of life. The first step to treating these symptoms and finding relief is to undergo a balance test. Balance tests can help determine the underlying cause of your vestibular issues and point your physician to the best possible solution. What Causes Balance…
What Is the Epley Maneuver?
The Epley maneuver is an exercise used to treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo | mayoclinic.org (BPPV). BPPV is a condition of the inner ear that causes dizziness and vertigo. It is the result of displaced calcium crystals (canaliths) in the semicircular canals of the inner ear. When these canaliths end up in the semicircular canals…
Making Holiday Travel with Hearing Aids Easier
Reno may be “the biggest little city,” but sometimes you’ll want to get away—especially around the holidays, if you’re visiting family or friends that don’t live close by. If you are one of the approximately 20 percent of people with hearing loss in Nevada and wear hearing aids, we’ve got some tips to make your…
Got Diabetes? Get a Hearing Test
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic health conditions in Reno. It’s also one of the most under-diagnosed. People with diabetes have a higher risk of developing a number of long-term health complications; one of the most surprising is hearing loss. Health Risks Associated with Diabetes An estimated 30 million Americans have diabetes. Of…
The Mystery of Tinnitus
Despite the widespread prevalence of tinnitus—a ringing in the ears that affects about 20 percent of the adult population in Reno—and decades of research, there is still a lot of mystery surrounding this common affliction. What’s so Hard About Finding a Cure for Tinnitus, Anyway? Reports of tinnitus go back as far as 1600 BC,…
Cerebral Atrophy and Hearing Loss
Many people who develop dementia in Reno experience cerebral atrophy—also known as “brain shrinkage.” Your risk of cerebral atrophy is higher if you’ve got hearing loss. Here’s why. The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia What causes cerebral atrophy Cerebral atrophy results from the loss of neurons and their connections with the brain. As dementia…
Chemicals That Can Harm Your Hearing
Most people who develop hearing loss in Reno can blame factors such as aging, noise exposure, disease and trauma. If you work around chemicals, it’s important to understand that certain types of these can also damage your hearing. OSHA-Identified Ototoxicants The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Safety and Health Information Bulletin in 2018 cautioning…
Foolproof Techniques for Removing Water from Your Ears
For many people in Reno, summer means splashing through fountains or taking a dip in the pool to escape the heat. While that’s a great way to cool off, if water becomes trapped in your ears, it can lead to infection – and possibly even impact your hearing. We have some tips that will help…