The Connection Between Hearing Loss & Anxiety
Hearing loss has a number of side effects. Experts believe that anxiety, or a heightened state of alertness, may be one of them. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety is a normal reaction to a stressful situation. But for 40 million American adults in the United States, these feelings can spiral out of control and lead to…
New Hearing Aid Gives Your Brain More – So You Get More Out of Life
Did you know you hear with your brain, not your ears? That’s a question Kelley Olenick, Au.D. of Hearing Zone in Pocatello and Blackfoot, often asks people coming in for a hearing check-up. The lesson is a valuable one. Studies have repeatedly shown that people with hearing loss have an increased risk of dementia. The…
Start 2021 with Healthy Hearing
One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to get fit. This year, in addition to taking care of your physical health, consider making your hearing a priority. Not only can better hearing can help you connect with loved ones, but it can also improve your overall quality of life. In order to make…
Communication Tips and Tricks
Everyone deserves to feel included. One of the easiest ways to do this is to engage others in conversation. If they have mild to moderate hearing loss, this can be a little tricky. That’s why the experts at Hearing Zone put together this list of communication tips, so everyone can be included this holiday season….
Are Leaf Blowers Harming Your Hearing?
We are now well into fall and that means one thing—colorful leaves are everywhere. While you may be tempted to grab your trusty leaf blower during your weekend chore time, you should think twice before subjecting your ears and those of your neighbors to the dangerously loud sound these machines produce. What Is Noise Pollution?…
Does Hearing Loss Increase Depression?
Being unable to follow the conversation or keep up with friends because of your hearing loss can be frustrating. This can lead to an increase in social isolation, a precursor to depression. Understanding the link between hearing loss and depression can help prompt you to seek treatment sooner or encourage a loved one to make…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that leaves you feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to learn about life changes that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at , can help identify hearing problems and recommend a treatment…
How Long Do Hearing Aids Normally Last?
Most hearing aids last between three to seven years. While this may be the average, there are a number of factors that impact the lifespan of your hearing aid. Hearing Aid Materials Hearing aids can be made of plastic, metal, silicone, polymers and a number of other materials. Those that have a protective nanocoating are…
Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Hearing Treatment
The link between untreated hearing loss and an increased risk of cognitive decline has been extensively studied. But researchers have looked deeper and found that the brain’s ability to process and make sense of sound actually declines as their ability to hear decreases. This information demonstrates the importance of early intervention and the dangers of…
How to Wear a Mask with Hearing Aids
Communication is challenging enough for the millions of Americans with hearing loss, even under the best of circumstances. The global coronavirus pandemic has created additional unexpected obstacles. If you wear behind-the-ear (BTE) style hearing aids, you may have difficulty wearing a protective mask around your ears. In fact, in doing so you run the risk…
