What’s your favorite song? I can think of a few off the top of my head, but I listen to different songs for different moods: specific albums for when I feel happy, when I need to work some anger or sadness out, and even a few tunes for dancing when the time is...
Gregory PhD, AuD, CCC-A, ABA, NBC-HIS
A Dissonant Chord: Half of All Music Fans Deal with Tinnitus
When was the last time you went to a concert? Coming home from the venue with ears ringing… We didn’t realize at the time what damage we were doing to our ears, but now, most of us are more conscious of noise-induced hearing damage. However, according to a recent...
Music to Your Ears: Hearing Protection for Musicians
Ever wondered what Ludwig van Beethoven has in common with Alice Cooper? Both musicians have (or had) some form of hearing loss that famously affected their musical careers. (Alice Cooper actually wears Starkey hearing aids— excellent choice.) As many as 30 million...
Don’t Fear Old Age: Best Ways to Prevent Dementia
Nobody likes thinking about getting old – especially for those of us with family histories of dementia. The fear of forgetting the important things and people around us permeates our thoughts when we think of dementia – at some point, communication and simple tasks...
Tinnitus: New Study Emerges for Treatment Options
Tinnitus is categorized as a constant presence of noise in your ears—whooshing, ringing, or buzzing—that doesn’t come from external sources. Twenty-five million American adults deal with tinnitus, but many people don’t realize how much it affects hearing and overall...
Lenire: Revolutionizing Tinnitus Management
Tinnitus, the perception of noise or ringing in the ears, affects millions worldwide, significantly impacting quality of life. Traditional treatments have offered relief to some, yet many people continue to search for a more effective solution. Enter Lenire: a...
West Coast Hearing & Balance Center Now Offers Lenire: A New Era in Tinnitus Treatment
West Coast Hearing & Balance Center, under the expert guidance of Dr. Roselynn Plevack, proudly announces the introduction of Lenire, the latest advancement in tinnitus treatment. This state-of-the-art approach, already popular in Europe and now available in the...
Enhancing Your Hearing Assessment Experience: The Value of Bringing a Companion
At West Coast Hearing and Balance, we understand that your journey toward better hearing is not just a medical process, but also an emotional and relational one. This is why we highly recommend bringing a companion—be it a spouse, family member, or close friend—to...
Know Somebody Considering Treating Their Hearing Loss? Show Them These Stories
When it comes to hearing loss, like any health condition, it can be tricky to reach out for support. Whether you or someone you know has been suffering from hearing loss, it’s important to reach out for support. If you feel anxious about taking that first step to...
Reducing Noise in Restaurants: An Investment for Better Dining Experiences
The vibrant ambiance of a restaurant is a combination of chatter, clinking cutlery, the buzz of the kitchen, and, occasionally, ambient music. However, when these sounds culminate in a cacophony, it can negatively impact the dining experience, especially for older...