by Hear Virginia | Oct 17, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
Hearing problems are classified in a variety of ways. The specific part of the auditory pathway affected is what determines the categorization. In this article we provide a breakdown of five different types – conductive, sensorineural, central, mixed and...
by Hear Virginia | Oct 10, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
Do you have a loved one that really needs a hearing aid (or at least a hearing test) but is resistant to your advice? Talking over some of the statistics related to the prevalence, causes and effects of hearing problems may at long last encourage them to make that...
by Hear Virginia | Sep 26, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
As kids, many of us were probably told to eat our carrots for better eyesight. However, did anyone ever propose foods healthy for your hearing? Probably not. Young children now can be taught what to eat for healthy ears and hearing; wise advice that we should really...
by Hear Virginia | Sep 19, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
One of the most prevalent reasons for short-term hearing loss is an accumulation of ear wax, which obstructs the ear canal and disturbs hearing. Naturally, if you have encountered this or believe that a buildup of ear wax may have caused some diminished hearing, you...
by Hear Virginia | Sep 6, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
Identifying Central Auditory Processing Disorder, or CAPD, is difficult for a variety of reasons. The problem isn’t because the children can’t hear words being directed at them, but because their brains have an inability to process the words and grasp...
by Hear Virginia | Aug 23, 2013 | Hearing Loss Articles
Do you find yourself concerned about hearing impairments from noise levels on the job? Extreme noise levels are one of the most common causes of hearing damage. Worrying about your ability to hear is a natural reaction for anyone working in a high-noise profession. An...
