Online Activities for Seniors
Activities for Seniors It’s important for everyone to keep active, as many studies have shown physical and mental activity is vital for brain health. But it’s become harder than ever during the Covid pandemic for everyone to keep active. Especially for those in assisted living facilities, as visitors have been restricted and activities for seniors […]
Treatment Options for Single-Sided Deafness
What Is Single-Sided Deafness (SSD)? Single-Sided Deafness is defined as a loss of usable hearing in one ear while the better ear remains normal or near-normal. Sometimes it happens suddenly, sometimes gradually, and sometimes people are born with it. And while it may seem like single-sided deafness (or SSD) is not that big of a […]
How to Check Your Hearing Aid at Home
When a hearing aid stops working, it can be frustrating. The good news is that many common problems are simple, and you can often spot (and fix) them at home in just a few minutes. Before you assume your device is broken, try the steps below. These quick checks can save you time, stress, and […]
OTC Hearing Aids
While most people have never heard of them, over-the-counter (or OTC) hearing aids are actually quite useful for some people. They do not require a prescription or professional installation and can be purchased at many stores, online sites, or even at your audiologist’s office. OTC hearing aids usually contain digital technology and work by amplifying […]
Ototoxicity Monitoring
What Is Ototoxicity Monitoring? Some medications are known to have damaging effects on the inner ear, which can lead to hearing loss. While your audiologist will never tell you to stop taking a medication prescribed by your physician, it is appropriate to monitor your hearing while taking one or more of those medications. That’s where […]
Remote Hearing Aid Service
Remote Hearing Aid Service and Programming Do you need your hearing aids adjusted, but can’t get to our office for an in-person appointment? No problem! Link Audiology currently provides remote hearing aid service and programming with several manufacturers. And we’re continuing to expand that service with Oticon RemoteCare today (apps available for iPhone and Android)! […]
Bluetooth Hearing Aids
Hearing Aids for iPhone or All Phones If you’re looking for new hearing aids, you might have read some of the reviews for the latest Bluetooth hearing aids or MFi hearing aids (made-for-iPhone). You might think of it as a gimmick, but Bluetooth technology can actually be quite beneficial. It provides greater flexibility for you […]
Stay Out of the Big Box
Don’t Get Put in the Big Box! You’ve determined that you’re having trouble hearing, and now you need to do something about it. But where do you go? Who do you see? You’ve probably been bombarded with mailers and ads from local big box hearing aid retailers. You recognize the names like Miracle Ear and […]
Quality Control for Hearing Aids
Everyone wants the things that they buy to work the way they’re supposed to. You want to get the quality product that you pay for. And hearing aids are no exception. But how can you be certain that the hearing aids you just bought are actually working the way they’re supposed to? Know the Specs […]
Accessibility with Apple
Apple is stepping up its game with accessibility features for people with disabilities. As their new video shows, Apple products can help people in a variety of ways. Including, but not limited to, hearing aid compatibility. ReSound’s LiNX2 hearing aids offer the ability to connect directly to your iPhone without the need for accessories. And […]
