Tinnitus Habituation

Tinnitus Habituation

Proven techniques to reduce the impact of tinnitus and improve quality of life Tinnitus affects 1 in 7 people worldwide and can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Thankfully, techniques like ‘Tinnitus Habituation’ can dramatically...
Understanding the Different Types of Hearing Tests

Understanding the Different Types of Hearing Tests

Let’s take a look at the most common types of hearing assessments Most people think of pure-tone audiometry when considering hearing tests, but audiologists may explore many different tests with you. Often, a combination lets them determine which issues are...
Can ear wax cause tinnitus?

Can ear wax cause tinnitus?

We separate fact from fiction to help you understand the relationship between ear wax an Ear wax and tinnitus are two of the most searched terms relating to hearing health. You may have multiple questions on each topic, though your biggest query is this: can ear wax...
Hearing loss and Dementia

Hearing loss and Dementia

Understanding the links between hearing and cognitive decline In November 2024, the British Society of Audiology, the British Academy of Audiology, and the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists published a position statement on adult hearing loss and dementia....
What are Bluetooth Hearing Aids?

What are Bluetooth Hearing Aids?

Background If you use a smartphone, you will likely already use Bluetooth. Perhaps you use wireless earphones, which require your phone to ‘transmit’ the sound from your phone to your earphones. Or, possibly, your phone magically connects to other devices, such as a...
Do I need hearing aids?

Do I need hearing aids?

I am not sure if I need hearing aids If you are reading this, the chances are that you have been struggling to hear, not always, but often, in social settings like cafes and restaurants. The first thing to know is that you are not alone. Hearing loss affects 18...