There’s nothing better than cruising with your windows down during the peak of summer. Unfortunately, wind resistance, the radio, and traffic noise can cause hearing loss. Open Windows And Hearing Loss Exposure to sounds over 85 decibels can damage your hearing. Driving with your windows down exposes your ears 89 dB and higher. Driving with […]

Frank starts every day with fresh-ground coffee. He drives to work and cranks the radio during his 20-minute commute. Cars honk with impatience, and jackhammers roar through a construction zone. At work, Frank operates backhoes and skid steers, sometimes forgetting to wear his soundproof headphones, before returning home through rush hour traffic. He cuts his […]

There is no one-size-fits-all strategy for managing tinnitus because each case is unique. However, your daily habits and environmental interactions may be worsening your symptoms. Here are some common triggers and how you can create a strategy to cope with flare-ups. Alcohol and Nicotine  You may want to reconsider your next drink or cigarette if you have […]

Summer is a blast – sometimes literally. The Fourth of July is a highlight of summer for people of all ages, bringing together friends and family for food, fun, and fireworks. Additionally, popular summer outings like concerts, parades and sporting events fill up our social calendars in the warmest months of the year. These fun […]

As a musician, it’s important to hear your music clearly without damaging your hearing health. At Audiology & Hearing Aid Solutions we have earbuds designed to reduce noise volume while preserving the quality of the sound you hear. These plugs are ideal for everyone from high school garage bands, to those who perform weekend gigs […]

Be extra careful of loud noises this summer. Seemingly innocent sounds can cause hearing loss that can potentially take the form of tinnitus. Tinnitus can be temporary or permanent and can be described as ringing, whining, or screeching or buzzing noise in the head or ears that varies in intensity. It can be intermittent or constant, depending on […]