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About The Hearing Space blog
The Hearing Space blog is where you can find a range of interesting and informative articles on all things hearing-related. From how we hear to how to protect our hearing, these articles will help demystify a range of hearing related topics.
Who can remove earwax from a child’s ear and how?
Do children have problems with earwax? If you have read our other blogs, you will know that for most people, earwax is not a problem. However, for...
Are spiral removers such as Q-grips safe to use at home to remove earwax?
DIY earwax removal Having blocked ears due to excess earwax can be a real pain and often, as human beings, we take matters into our own hands when...
Can ear drops remove ear wax?
A Comprehensive Guide for the Best Ear Drops for Clearing Wax Ear wax, also known as cerumen, is a natural substance produced by the glands in the...
Do ear candles remove wax?
Do ear candles work? Can they really remove wax? No, is the simple answer. There has however been documented evidence of a person injuring...
How to remove ear wax without syringing?
How to remove ear wax without syringing? If your ears are blocked with ear wax and you want safe, effective treatment, you must seek the advice of a...
Who carries out earwax removal and where is earwax removal done?
Who carries out earwax removal? The ‘who’ part of this question has been touched on in a previous blog “What is the cost of earwax removal’. To...
Does earwax cause dizziness and how long will dizziness last after wax removal?
Why do we get dizzy? Experiencing dizziness is quite common and can stem from various things such as inner ear issues, infections, low blood...
Does the use of ear candles (for example, Hopi candles) remove earwax?
What is ear candling? You may have seen photos of someone lying on their side with a long, thin candle in their ear. What are these and what do they...
The Hearing Space – one year on!
The Hearing Space - one year on! After one year of opening, I was recently interviewed for a publication, and I wanted to share this on my blog page...
Choosing Private Hearing Aids
Choosing private hearing aids can be a daunting task. At 'The Hearing Space' in Leeds, we aim to offer you an exceptional service. Our practice is...
Tinnitus – what do we know?
Tinnitus is common and it may resolve by itself. Although commonly associated with hearing loss, it is not commonly associated with any underlying...
Are private hearing aids better than NHS?
Deciding between private hearing aids and NHS options? Discover which provides superior sound quality and best fits your hearing needs By Paul Shaw,...
Glue ear – what you need to know
What is glue ear? Glue ear is also known as otitis media with effusion (OME) which literally translates to ‘inflammation in the middle ear with...
Everything you wanted to know about earwax
What is earwax? Earwax, sometimes called cerumen, is completely natural and healthy occurring substance that is composed of oils secreted from skin...
How loud is too loud?
What are the risks of excessive sound? The two main risks from exposure to high levels of sound are hearing loss and tinnitus (typically a ringing...
Describing hearing loss
What is normal hearing? As audiolgists, we often talk of normal hearing. What do we mean by this and is there even such a thing? As with most things...
Introduction to how we hear
Sound If we think of air as an invisible 3- dimensional network of incredibly small particles, then whenever a vibration occurs, these particles...
Hearing loss and Dementia
Dementia and hearing loss What could hearing loss have to do with dementia? There has been growing evidence for the past decade or so, that the risk...
Be Open About Your Hearing Loss and Challenges
Hearing loss is frequently misdiagnosed, mistreated, and under-reported. There could be various reasons for this, including miscommunication,...
Can Hearing Loss Affect Child Development?
Yes, hearing loss can affect child development and children with hearing loss can have a hard time keeping up with other kids their age. We’ll...
Talking to Children about Hearing loss
According to the RNID, nearly 70% of people 70 years or older have age-related hearing loss in the UK. If your parents are hard of hearing, they can...
4 Hearing Accessories for Children
Hearing aids improve the quality of life for children with hearing loss and the right accessories aren't just functional; they can actually help...
Does Your Hearing Need a Spring Clean?
Earwax is essential for keeping our inner ear safe from bacteria and dirt. Old earwax will usually dislodge itself as the jaw moves. Nonetheless,...
Music and Early Hearing Development
Did you know music has a huge impact on early hearing development? When children listen to music, the sounds and rhythm stimulate their brains....
Undercover Hearing – What you Need to Know About Invisible Hearing Aids
Invisible hearing aids are a popular option for people with hearing loss because they are discreet and comfortable. They are also easy to use, which...
Is My Child Hearing Me?
As both a parent of two children and with many years of experience assessing young children’s hearing, I know how difficult it can be to know if...
How you can improve mental health through hearing
When a part of our body does not work in the way it is intended to, it can disrupt our lives. As an Audiologist or a client of ours, you will have...
A Warm Welcome to The Hearing Space
We are an Independent, Professional Audiology Clinic in Leeds ready to help you hear life. Paul and the team here offer you a high quality,...


























