March 20, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Test Info
Muffled hearing can happen for a large number of reasons. In the majority of instances, this situation is temporary. In other cases, muffled hearing can be a precursor of more substantial hearing-related issues. In part, that’s because, aside from sudden hearing loss, hearing loss is typically not a condition that progresses suddenly. Symptoms progress gradually […]
March 14, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Contemporary cell phones have become much clearer and more reliable nowadays. But sometimes, it will still be challenging to hear what the individual on the other end is saying. In fact, there’s one population for whom phone conversations aren’t always a positive experience: those who have hearing loss. There must be a simple solution for […]
Caring for your hearing aids probably feels simple enough. After all, you were likely given a set of care instructions when you first purchased your devices. With regard to routine hearing aid maintenance, most hearing specialists will give you a step-by-step instruction tutorial. But it’s quite likely that you might forget some of that information […]
Is age a factor in the progression of hearing loss? Hearing loss is a common slowly advancing condition that impacts all adults. Actually, over one half of those 75 and older have trouble hearing. Presbycusis Presbycusis is defined as age-related hearing loss or the slow process of hearing loss as we get older. There’s no […]
It’s no fun when you’re unable to sleep at night. And when it occurs on a regular basis, it’s particularly vexing. You lie awake tossing and turning, checking the time again and again, and stressing about how tired you will be tomorrow. Medical professionals call this type of chronic sleeplessness “insomnia”. With insomnia, the negatives […]
You may be familiar with the various aspects contributing to hearing loss, including the impact of aging, genetic predisposition within families, or prolonged exposure to loud noises. However, you might find it intriguing to discover the connection between diabetes and hearing loss. Allow us to elaborate. How is your risk of developing hearing loss increased […]
February 8, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Contrary to popular belief, winter is fun! Okay, it can definitely be a bummer if you need to go anywhere. Or if you don’t have the correct gear (or proper infrastructure). But during those chilly winter months, you can find lots of fun things to do. Don’t believe us? Sledding and skiing aren’t the only […]
February 8, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
Contrary to popular belief, winter is fun! Well, if you have to go somewhere, it can definitely be difficult. Or if you don’t have the correct gear (or proper infrastructure). But there are plenty of fun things to do in those colder winter months. Still not convinced? Well, here are only a few examples of […]
Everybody loves a quick fix, especially when the fix is also a DIY fix. Got a leaky sink? You can learn about how to fix that from a YouTube video. A plumber would probably be a bit more efficient but then you wouldn’t get that sense of self-satisfaction that comes with doing it by yourself. […]
January 25, 2024 | Mountain Plains Audiology, Inc. | Hearing Aids News
The word “cheap” has dual meanings. For anyone on a small budget, it means “affordability”. But we’ve all heard the phrase “You get what you pay for”, and in this case, the word “cheap” implies low-quality hearing aids. Regrettably, distinguishing between a thrifty purchase and an item of minimal value is often tricky. This is […]