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How High Altitude Affects Ear Health in New Mexico
You probably already know that Santa Fe is the highest U.S. state capital, soaring above the Mile High City by almost 2,000 feet. If you live here in Santa Fe, especially year-round, you’ve probably acclimated…
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Protecting Your Hearing at Festivals and Fairs
Spring is upon us, and with it comes festivals and fairs! Spring festivals, art fairs and farmers’ markets will soon be popping up around town, inviting us all to browse, mingle and enjoy an afternoon…
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Preparing for Your First Audiology Appointment
If you suspect you’re in the beginning stages of hearing loss, your first step toward hearing loss treatment is a hearing test. And just like any first step in a treatment journey, it can be…
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What Is the Speech Banana?
If you’ve had a hearing test recently, you should have received your results on a page called an audiogram. The audiogram is a chart that creates a visual representation of your hearing thresholds (i.e., the…
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What Is Speech-In-Noise Testing?
Hearing tests are an insightful way to assess your hearing loss. There are many different types of hearing tests, all of which have their own function in determining the severity, type and cause of your…
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Why Annual Hearing Tests Matter
This time of year is an excellent opportunity to set priorities for your health. Beyond New Year’s Resolutions, this is also a time for planning and getting organized. If you haven’t added your hearing health…
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How Do the Ears Affect Balance?
The ear is a complex organ. It isn’t just a part of the auditory process; it also plays a significant role in your sense of balance. With a complex network of organs and passageways, your…
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Practical Habits That Support Everyday Communication
Experiencing pain on just one side of your throat or ear can be uncomfortable. Unlike more general Approximately 15% of U.S. adults have hearing loss. Daily habits make a profound difference for someone living with…
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Why Do Children Hear Differently Than Adults?
Children experience the world through a developing sense of hearing that differs in both structure and sensitivity from that of adults. These differences influence how children perceive, interpret and respond to sound. Knowing how children…
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Understanding the Difference Between Misophonia and Hyperacusis
Both misophonia and hyperacusis involve an increased sensitivity to sound, but they manifest in different ways. They stem from distinct causes and produce different discomforts. Knowing how they differ can help guide appropriate diagnosis and…