The internet age is a wonderful thing. At no time in history has there been more information available to more people. The great thing about this is it makes it easy for people to research things like hearing aids. The downside is that there is so much information available that it can become confusing. Here […]
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“ I must admit I was very sceptical when Katia suggested the TV Streamer to connect the TV with my hearing aids”. “But hearing the TV directly to my hearing aids, not having to read the subtitles AND be able to have a conversation at the same time is quite amazing!” Mary, not her real
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As an Independent hearing aid provider, we hear lots of people questioning the price. Some are comparing hearing aids with the legendary iPhone. Comparing price is what most individuals discuss. However, the technological advances of iPhones in contrast with hearing aids are another. An iPhone investment is a fraction of a hearing aid and has
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Buying hearing aids is a step in the right direction. Needless to say, you want to be sure that your new hearing aids will give you the best possible service. Beyond this though, you want to be assured that they will continue to provide you with a quality hearing experience for some time to come.
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For those who have not had much experience with hearing aids their first exposure to the industry can be confusing and stressful. Often it will seem that people are speaking a totally different language. This can make it difficult to understand what is being talked about much less what it all means. And, to be
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They say that time flies when you’re having fun. Here at ‘Falls of Sound Hearing Solutions’, we believe it must be true. To be honest, it came as a bit of a shock to realize that we were less than a month away from our 15th anniversary. It seems that it was just moments ago
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All Bluetooth devices work in a similar manner. Electronics were once connected to each other by an array of cables and wires. In the simplest terms, Bluetooth uses high-frequency radio waves to do the same thing. Unlike messy cables though, there are no worries about matching plugs or making sure the machines speak the same
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Working at Falls of Sound Hearing Clinic has many advantages. One of the best is getting to sit down with our clients. To tell them they are a part of our extended family and having a chance to catch up is always fun. Lately, though, we have noticed a disturbing trend. It seems a large
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It is not often that a product introduction can really get us excited here at Falls of Sound. Our industry is developing so fast that sometimes it seems new advances are being made daily. But, there is news coming that has got the entire office buzzing like a beehive. Signia is bringing its Styletto line
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The start. Direct streaming via bluetooth to your Android mobile is just around the corner. If you wear a ReSound LiNX Quattro or Beltone Amaze hearing aid there is good news on the horizon. Following a future Android update, you will be able to monitor your hearing aids using your phone. You will also be
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Back in March we published an article covering helpful Do’s and Don’ts when travelling with your hearing aids. In that article, we touched on travellers insurance coverage for your assistive hearing devices. Since that time we have received requests for a more detailed article on that subject. As always, here at Falls of Sound, we
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The Science Scientist as far back as 1989 established a definitive link between dementia and hearing loss. To demonstrate the complexity of the issue even after 25 years they still can’t explain why. What is known is that the link exists. According to Australian studies, confirmed by NHS research in Britain, those suffering hearing impairments
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Why One of the main reasons that many people are reluctant to get hearing aids is vanity. It is just human nature to care about how we look and to fear being stigmatised. Now, sufferers of mild to moderately-severe hearing loss need not worry. The Lyric by Phonak delivers near natural hearing in a package
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Hearing loss can be very frustrating both for those who suffer from this unseen disability and for those trying to communicate with them. For the speaker, there is the constant irritation of having to repeat themselves or feel like they need to shout to be understood. For the hearing impaired, having to maintain the constant
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Some people may have the misconception that when you visit a hearing clinic, you have your hearing tested, then if needed get your hearing aid(s) and your done. Nothing could be further from the truth. Your initial visits may go something along the lines. This is just the beginning of your hearing journey. When you
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When many people first get their hearing aids travelling is the furthest thing from their minds. So when it comes time to hit the road they can have some anxiety. Are there any special preparations they should make? Will there be any restrictions on carrying or using their hearing aids? Rest easy, travelling with your
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If you have been having problems with your hearing, turning your hearing aids on for the first time can be a wonderful feeling. Like someone living in the dark that finally finds a light, there is just so much to experience. Instead of, you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone; you don’t know
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There are cases of people only suffering hearing loss in one ear. This is not the norm, though. Most hearing issues arise from natural aging and exposure to loud noises. These usually result in a bilateral hearing loss. That is you have problems hearing in both ears. In these cases, it is most often advised
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Brain power is a finite resource. That isn’t to say that you are going to run out of it. It does mean though that you only have so much to use at any one time. Try to focus on two things at once and you’ll find it is nearly impossible. Concentrating with any degree of
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One question that many of our clients have when getting hearing aids is how they will hold up to their active lifestyles. If this is a concern for you and we hope that it is, everyone needs to exercise, this article is especially for you. Other than swimming there is no reason you can’t wear
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‘Hearing Awareness Week’ is only a few days away and we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you that ‘Falls of Sound’ is once again celebrating by giving back to the community that has given so much to us. It is only once a year and for those of us who work with the
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Today’s daily wear hearing aids are marvels of the engineering arts. Rugged, dependable and with features un-thought-of just a few years ago. They deliver quality sound and service that is truly remarkable. This isn’t to say that they don’t have their weaknesses though. With the Queensland’s humid summers and our patients ever increasing active lifestyles,
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Once again, it is that time of year. August 20-26, the last full week of the month, is ‘Hearing Awareness Week’ in Australia. As you can imagine, this is a very special time for us at ‘Falls of Sound.’ We find it very satisfying to see the entire country making an effort to take hearing
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Life can come at you pretty fast sometimes and it is usually best to be prepared for the unexpected. We have all had those moments when out of nowhere we get a reality check. We are enjoying a weekend at the beach with friends or having a wee tipple with mates and suddenly things just
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