Yesterday, 20 years ago, Falls of Sound Hearing Solutions opened its doors with a vision to provide exceptional hearing care to the community. A beacon of excellence in the field of audiology, thanks to the vision and dedication of its founders, Katia and Peter. The very first independent hearing clinic in the western suburbs of […]
At Falls of Sound, we believe that the journey to optimal hearing health begins with a thorough understanding of your unique auditory needs. Our commitment goes beyond merely selling hearing aids – we prioritise comprehensive evaluations and diagnostic processes that form the bedrock of accurate and effective solutions for hearing challenges. Why Comprehensive Evaluations Matter:
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At Falls of Sound, we understand that hearing health is a deeply personal journey unique to each individual. Our commitment extends beyond the conventional, offering a level of personalised care that sets us apart in the realm of hearing clinics. Why Personalised Care Matters: Every Ear is Unique: No two sets of ears are alike,
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A common stigma associated with hearing loss is that losing your hearing means you are old. After all, presbycusis – age-related hearing loss – is very common from about 65 years old. But a hearing loss can manifest in all sorts of ways and therefore at any age. So what does a hearing loss like
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Tinnitus is one of those topics that gets covered regularly because it affects so many. It is estimated that up to a quarter of Australians have experienced varying degrees of tinnitus. Some get intermittent occurrences, while others find it a constant background sound. And while many people are able to “ignore it”, for some, it
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This month Phonak released a fancy new addition to their Lumity line: The Phonak Slim. This specially shaped-hearing aid is designed not only for great sound but also for comfort and style. The specifics The Phonak Slim hearing aid is, as the name suggests, a long slim device sitting behind the ears. The particular appeal
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This month we look at a couple of technology upgrades. Signia has released some additional features and technology levels to their AX line. In turn, Oticon launches its brand new hearing aid: Oticon Real. Oticon Real Picking up from the huge success of the More range, Oticon now launches its new Real models. Oticon Real
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Hearing loss is a condition where a person experiences a reduced ability to perceive sounds. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including age, exposure to loud noises, infections, genetics, and certain medications. Hearing loss can range from mild to severe, and it can affect one or both ears. Devices and technology Hearing
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The 27th of February to the 3rd of March 2023 marks Hearing Awareness week this year. This is a week dedicated to promoting awareness and research on hearing loss, and assistance to the hearing impaired. It is also highlighted by World Hearing Day on the 3rd of March every year. This year’s theme is “Ear
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When the weather is hot and sticky like it is at the moment, your hearing aids can struggle. That’s why in times like these, it’s even more important to keep your hearing aids clean. Any time you are near your clinic, drop in for a clean, of course. But if you can’t make it in,
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With overwhelming excitement, we announce on Monday, 12 September, we opened your new Caboolture clinic very low-key. An enterprise like this doesn’t come to life without little hiccups. The whole sorry is below. The history There was always a gap for Falls of Sound to fill between both existing locations, Indooroopilly and Maroochydore. To reduce
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Well, you asked, and we answered: Falls of Sound is adding a new clinic to our repertoire! We are excited to announce a new clinic opening in Caboolture in early September. We found many of our patients were having to choose which clinic would be “arguably closer” to drive to. So now you can stop
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One might struggle to hear for many reasons, even while wearing hearing aids. The environment, size of the room, the direction of speech and much more. Wearing hearing aids and accessories (like a microphone) can help. There are a number of other simple things you and your conversation partner can do to help further. Basics.
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When masks were introduced as a daily reality about two years ago, it was a massive change for everyone. There certainly was a period of adaptation for almost all of us. For many, it was more than just getting used to cover your mouth and nose. For them, it was realising how subconsciously reliant they
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Most of us know prolonged exposure to loud noises can lead to hearing loss. The noise-induced loss is the second most common hearing loss after general ageing. We understand standing under a jet engine all day will damage hearing, but how much is too much? What about those Metallica concerts you went to in your
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This month Phonak is the brand to bring out some exciting new products! It seems like they’ve picked up on the damp weather recently. Introducing the new Phonak Audeo Life: the first waterproof* and sweatproof hearing aid! And it seems like they’ve picked up on the damp weather recently. As we’ve seen time and again,
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Exciting news from across the world with new products this month! The American brand Starkey has just launched their new “Evolv AI” hearing aids, packed with exciting features. Starkey focuses on taking hearing to the next level by looking after your general health at the same time. New models, new technology and a new approach
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As audiologists, there’s one question we often hear new patients ask when they’re just not quite ready. “What’s the step between hearing aids and no hearing aids?”. When told one has a hearing loss, the thought of wearing hearing aids sometimes feels too extreme. But generally, if you’ve come for a hearing test, it means
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Once upon a time, there was an audiologist with a big dream. She travelled to the other side of the world looking for the chance to make a difference in hearing health. She worked tirelessly around Australia, training audiologists and presenting seminars for several years, but she longed for something more. Finally, she decided to
Today we celebrate Katia Peeters, founder of Falls of Sound. Read More »
You may recently have heard rumours associating tinnitus with COVID-19 or with vaccinations. More and more people have reported developing tinnitus symptoms after being ill or receiving their shot in recent months. Several studies have begun on this topic, so how accurate is the association of the two? Fast refresh. First, a refresher course! Tinnitus
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Everyone’s ears create earwax. It’s one of the human body’s more unpleasant forms of protection against natural elements – special mention to excessive sweating here! For most people, earwax is not a bother more than an occasional itchy ear. In some cases, however, wax can build up to obstruct the ear canal. This can lead
Earwax removal, a painless procedure. Read More »
The first week of March marks hearing awareness week. This week highlights the hearing impairment issues, so many Australians face every day. It aims to help improve the daily lives of those impacted by hearing loss and raise awareness for everyone. The hearing awareness week is highlighted by World Hearing Day on the 3rd of
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We’ve recently come across instances of Signia hearing aid wearers having issues with using the app on their phone. It looks like the Signia app has received an update that has been creating some mischief. The symptoms can be the app not opening, the hearing aids not syncing or certain functions not working. The good
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Unless you’re a tropical plant, moisture generally does not make for a good friend! Unfortunately for hearing aids, moisture is all too present and can easily cause damage or corrosion to the tiny devices. Factors such as rain, sweat or general humidity can easily cause a problem. And given the importance of these devices to
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