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Based in Zurich, Switzerland, Phonak is one of the leading hearing aid manufacturers in the world. With more than 60 years of experience producing premium hearing aids, Phonak has positioned itself as one of the most innovative and consistent brands on the market. In 2007,...
Online OTC hearing aids use generic programming and cannot be truly custom programmed. Real ear measurements are required for evidence-based, personalized hearing aid programming. Class 2 prescriptive hearing aids fitted by an audiologist provide the most accurate results. This year has brought significant changes to...
When you invest in hearing aids, the hope is that they will last indefinitely. But the fact of the matter is they last between three to seven years. This is because the technology nowadays is so advanced it’s almost like having a tiny computer in...
During an audiologist’s career they may come across a few musicians who seek them out for answers about their ears and hearing health. For some audiologists, the task of thoroughly assessing a musician’s hearing and answering their questions may be a daunting task. Musicians have...
The modern-day world we live in is a noisy one. Everywhere you go there is loud noise: driving down the street, school cafeterias, gymnasiums, restaurants and large sporting venues. Outside of our recreational activities, some people always work within a noisy environment. Our first responders,...
One of the most commonly asked questions is “Will my hearing aid whistle? My Dad’s hearing aid was always squealing!” Feedback, whistling, or squealing was a common issue with hearing aids years ago. What Is That Sound? Hearing aid feedback occurs when sound that was...
Tinnitus is a term searched often. People want to know about it. What it is, what causes it and what can be done to “get rid of it.” You might be surprised to find that tinnitus is very common and affects about 30% of the...
Excess ear wax can cause more than muffled hearing. It may also trigger symptoms like tinnitus and vertigo. When wax blocks the ear canal, it can interfere with sound transmission and balance signals, sometimes leading to ringing in the ears or dizziness. Ear wax–related hearing...
Hearing aids are intricate devices that can make a huge difference in someone’s life who has hearing loss! They allow an individual wearing them to communicate efficiently with their loved ones, participate in activities that bring them joy, and hear the life they love. Hearing...
Phonak is the flagship hearing aid brand of Sonova, the world’s largest hearing aid manufacturer. The company offers one of the widest selection of hearing aids in the world, making nearly any feature, style, color, and technology available to you. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, Phonak...
Stay up to date on the latest hearing aid technology with insights and reviews of the newest models from the top hearing instrument manufacturers.
Oticon Zeal hearing aids were designed to provide reliable hearing support with straightforward technology and...
Phonak Infinio Ultra and Ultra Sphere hearing aids represent the newest generation of Phonak’s advanced...
ReSound ENZO IA hearing aids are specifically designed for individuals with severe to profound hearing...
Starkey Omega AI hearing aids represent the latest advancement in Starkey’s line of intelligent hearing...