by Hear Virginia | May 9, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
Hearing loss can happen at any age. In fact, nearly 12 percent of kids age 6 through 19 have noise induced hearing loss according to the American Academy of Audiology. Hearing loss is also the number one most common type of birth defect in the U.S. Nearly 12,000...
by Hear Virginia | Apr 21, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
Much of your hearing is controlled by miniature nerve endings in your inner ear. However, these nerve endings can be damaged, as can other structures in your inner ear, resulting in a condition known as sensorineural hearing loss. An individual who is affected by...
by Hear Virginia | Apr 14, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
Many businesses and public spaces have made themselves wheelchair accessible, but what about some assistance for individuals with hearing problems? In conjunction with telecoil-enabled hearing aids or implants, hearing loops clarify sounds for hearing impaired...
by Hear Virginia | Apr 7, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
We all know that injuries, noise exposure and certain diseases can lead to hearing loss, but are your genes involved? Without a doubt, the answer is “Yes.” Genetic irregularities actually cause most forms of hearing loss. Furthermore, developmental experts...
by Hear Virginia | Mar 19, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
Three of the most identifiable symptoms of Meniere’s disease are vertigo, tinnitus, and fluctuating hearing loss. This condition affects your inner ear, causing you to have symptoms that disturb your balance and hearing. Although doctors can’t yet cure...
by Hear Virginia | Mar 9, 2014 | Hearing Loss Articles
Paying attention to someone speaking in a congested location with lots of background noise can be a challenge for even an experienced hearing aid user. Sizeable, open spaces such as places of worship, auditoriums, movie theaters and concert halls can be particularly...
