Hearing loss is the third most common health issue in the world. Unfortunately, it is also one of the least reported. Some people shy away from getting their hearing tested out of the fear of being ridiculed. Others simply fail to understand the seriousness of their situation. Why have a Hearing Test Hearing Loss is […]
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For most of history, the development of assistive listening devices has been a slow process. There were a few marked jumps in progress fuelled by new technology. But, it wasn’t until Zenith Radio, in the 1960s, developed a silicon-based resistor. That is when the modern hearing aid was made possible. From the 60s till the
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For the uninitiated, shopping for hearing aids can be a little intimidating at first. There are so many styles to choose from and options to consider, it can be very confusing. Among the most popular types available today are Receiver-In-Canal Hearing Aids or RICs. RICs are very similar to Behind-The-Ear Hearing Aids but offer many
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Earwax is nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, it is a natural part of our body’s strategies to protect itself. Earwax is secreted by glands in the ear canal. It acts as a kind of trap to protect the inner parts of the ear from contaminants and moister. As it gets dirty it migrates
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At Falls of Sound, we know many of our clients find it difficult to accept that they are having problems hearing. Even worse, we know, many times people avoid getting help out of embarrassment. Often it is a fear that being seen wearing a hearing aid will somehow change them as a person. We understand
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No one enjoys having to go to the hospital and if you are hearing impaired it can be a little frightening. Luckily, going to the hospital with a hearing aid can be made a much simpler prospect. All it takes is a little advance planning and care. Use Your Hearing Aid This may sound
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At Falls of Sound We Guarantee: Local Service. We are there for you. Maintenance and minor repairs on the spot. Ongoing maintenance plan at no extra cost. All available brands to match your hearing needs and the ability to compare different levels of the latest technology. A guaranteed result; we will not give up on
If you notice a hearing loss in one or both ears (bilateral), you are very likely suitable to be fitted with hearing aids. To start this process, you will need to visit an audiology specialist who can help determine whether you need one (monaural) or two (binaural) hearing devices – or if you even need them
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It’s summer again and whether you are up north or in the south, you are no doubt feeling the heat right now. Submerging yourself in the ocean or pool is one the quickest – and most popular – ways to cool down. However, being in a hot, wet environment on a regular basis can
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“Seniors with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop dementia over time than those who retain their hearing….”1 Your hearing loss may lead to the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease… The results of recent studies on hearing loss and the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease indicate that hearing loss may, in fact,
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“Ladies and Gentleman may I introduce our very first home made Client Review Video” Woohoo so proud of this production, our clients, our team and the results we’ve achieve! One picture is worth a thousand words so they say. Filming this video, talking to our clients and partners, submerged in quality and fantastic service was
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Mr. P was a client who didn’t regularly use his hearing aids. It wasn’t all his fault, though. They were over 5 years old and very sensitive to moisture. He is on medication that causes him to sweat and he constantly had to have his hearing aids repaired. As you can imagine, this was very
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Home visits how? This kit contains equipment to perform hearing testing, hearing aid adjusting and spare parts like battery doors, domes and tubing. For your convenience, we have installed a ‘book now’ button below to make a booking for your next appointment. Hope to see you soon at your house. [button size=”medium” style=”primary” text=”Book Now”
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