Category: Hearing Loss

How To Have Healthy, Clean Ears

Keep those cotton swabs away from your ears! Folks, we’re just gonna say it. Earwax gets a bad rap. We’re not sure why, whether it’s the power of product marketing or something else entirely, but the only Q-Tip we recommend for your ears is the rapper, producer, and founding member of seminal 90s Hip-Hop group

Should I Store My Hearing Aid Batteries In the Freezer?

Hearing aid batteries are a vital part of a non-rechargeable hearing aid’s performance. Because of this, many folks do all they can in order to get the most out of their batteries. However, some of these “life hacks” might not have the intended outcome many hope they will.  Here, we’ll explore some of the most

Should I Wear My Hearing Aids to Bed?

Learn more about getting the best use out of your hearing aids, how to take care of your ears, and the best products to keep you safe while you sleep — all from your local hearing experts at Colorado Ear Care! At Colorado Ear Care, it’s our mission to provide everyone in our care with

Can An Audiologist Help With Balance Issues?

Learn how expert audiology providers — like those at Colorado Ear Care — can assist you with your balance and dizziness issues. Balance and dizziness-related issues are incredibly common. So common, in fact, that at least 90% of people report being affected by these conditions at some point in their lives.  Balance concerns increase as

What Happens During A Hearing Test?

Taking action is the first step to better hearing We’re always thrilled when a person makes the decision to take control of their hearing health. In a way, that’s the first, most important step — deciding that it’s time to do something about the way that you’ve been feeling, the way that your friends, family,

Strategies for Communicating With People Who Are Hard of Hearing

Hearing loss is common in the United States Some research estimates that nearly 50 million Americans experience hearing loss to some degree, and of those nearly 50 million, only a very small percentage are taking steps to treat their hearing loss.  While we can only speculate why people choose to ignore their hearing loss —

What Is the Difference Between Dizziness and Vertigo

The terms dizziness and vertigo are often used interchangeably. However, there are distinct differences between these two conditions. Let the leading audiological providers at Colorado Ear Care help you understand the differences, and how you can get the help you need.  Have you ever stood up too quickly and felt lightheaded, so much so that

Three Common Misconceptions About Hearing Aids

Hearing aids have changed considerably in the last several years. Has your understanding of them changed, too? The dedicated audiology experts at Colorado Ear Care are here to help you understand the latest advancements in hearing aid technology, and how they can help you get the best hearing care experience possible! When you hear the

Are Hearing Aids Expensive?

Getting clear answers about your hearing health — from how hearing loss occurs, how your hearing loss can be treated, and what the best options are for your type of hearing loss — can be confusing. Colorado Ear Care has devoted itself to making hearing care easier to embrace by erasing the mysteries that surround

Hearing Aids & Your Insurance

The costs of hearing aids are a much researched and discussed topic. One question that always comes up when exploring this issue is, “Are hearing aids covered by insurance in the United States?” As is the case with many issues related to hearing care, the answer varies. Join the hearing wellness experts at Colorado Ear

Important Tips for New Hearing Aid Wearers from Colorado Ear Care

Listen to your provider (and we’ll listen to you!) We know, we know — this one seems a little self-serving, right? But it’s true! Studies show that people who have a close, collaborative relationship with their hearing care provider have a more successful experience with their technology and their overall hearing health.  You see, when

Understanding the Different Types of Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is common, but knowledge of it could be more widespread Despite hearing loss being such a prevalent issue in the lives of Americans, our knowledge of hearing loss as a society is still somewhat limited. Of the approximately 330 million people who live in the United States, it is estimated that nearly 50