Hearing Aids

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Whether you’re exploring solutions for the first time or a long-time hearing aid user, our experts at Colonial Center for Hearing Audiology are here to offer advice and resources to support your journey.

How Hearing Aids Can Boost Brain Function

Twentieth-century neuroscience has discovered something utterly astonishing: specifically that your brain can change itself well into your adult years. Whereas in the early 1900s it was thought that the brain stopped changing in adolescence, we now understand that the brain reacts to change all throughout life. Neuroplasticity To appreciate how your brain changes, think of

6 Things a Hearing Care Professional Can Do For You

There seems to be more misunderstanding when it pertains to hearing care than with most other medical specializations. We don’t need to ask, for example, what a dentist or eye doctor can do for us. But when it comes to our hearing, we’re oftentimes uncertain as to what action we should take or who we

Getting the Most Out of Your New Hearing Aids

Congratulations—you’re ready to join the millions of Americans who have learned how utilizing hearing aids can make life more exciting and fulfilling. Before long, you’ll be hearing sounds you’ve long forgotten, engaging in stimulating discussions, and listening to music with improved perceptiveness for each instrument. But before you can get to all that, you’ll have

5 Reasons To Pick a Hearing Aid Over a PSAP

You have probably watched the commercials. The ones promoting PSAPs, or personal sound amplification products, assuring an improvement to hearing for as little as 20 dollars. It seems like a terrific bargain—particularly when compared to the substantial selling price of a hearing aid. The fact is, it’s not so much a great deal as it

5 Reasons To Pick a Hearing Aid Over a PSAP

You have probably watched the commercials. The ones promoting PSAPs, or personal sound amplification products, assuring an improvement to hearing for as little as 20 dollars. It seems like a terrific bargain—particularly when compared to the substantial selling price of a hearing aid. The fact is, it’s not so much a great deal as it

10 Surprising Facts About Hearing Loss

Quick question: how many people in the US suffer from some type of hearing loss? What is your answer? I’m willing to bet, if I had to guess, that it was short of the correct answer of 48 million individuals. Let’s take a shot at one more. How many individuals in the United States under

Give the Gift of Hearing This Holiday Season

With one out of every five people in the United States afflicted by some degree of hearing loss, there’s a good chance you know at the least one person who has some difficulty hearing. And bearing in mind the strong connections between healthy hearing and physical, mental, and social health, the holiday season is the

Overcoming Hearing Loss – This Year’s Best Stories

During the course of the year, we’ve sought after and posted phenomenal stories about people conquering hearing loss to our Facebook page. These inspiring stories remind us of what human determination and persistence can achieve—even in the face of intense challenges and obstacles. Of the countless stories we’ve encountered, here are our top selections for

Tips for Taking Care of Your Hearing Aids

To keep your hearing aids functioning correctly for years to come, you need to learn proper care and maintenance. And although it may seem like an additional burden, with the right approach your hearing aid care will become easy and automatic. The trick is building effective habits. If you assimilate your hearing aid care into

How to Choose the Right Hearing Aid Model

Modern-day breakthroughs in technology ensure that your hearing loss can be efficiently remedied with the appropriate hearing aid model. The trouble is choosing the right one. With all of the hearing aid models currently available, it can feel quite overwhelming. But by considering four factors—together with assistance from a highly trained hearing care professional—you can

How to Become a Better Communicator Despite Hearing Loss

Communication is reliably reported as one of the most—if not the most—crucial factors to building and sustaining healthy relationships. According to the PBS program The Emotional Life: “How couples behave when solving problems together or arguing can predict the character and success of their relationship. A raised eyebrow, a hand on the arm, or a

How Modern Hearing Aids Can Save Your Holiday Season

Dealing with hearing loss during the holiday season can be particularly challenging. While you may honestly prefer to NOT hear a few of your family members, the conversations you do wish to indulge in can be stressful. And because nearly all large holiday gatherings tend to be loud, it can be near impossible to focus