Audiology Research

The term “pitch perfect” is bandied about, most often by musicians and singers—but what does it mean to sound pitch-perfect, and is there a test for it? This seemingly natural…

You may have noticed that, over the years, it has become harder to hear conversations, and you’ve been turning up the TV or radio to ever-increasing volumes. Perhaps friends and…

Although one in eight people in the US over 12 years of age have hearing loss in both ears, not all these people have hearing aids. Some do not know…

Everyone has had some variation on the same experience. You leave a loud club, concert, factory floor, or worksite, and suddenly everything sounds a little muffled. There might be an…

Unfortunately, you may no longer be all about that bass. Low-frequency hearing loss is a relatively rare condition, insidious in that it may be more difficult to notice. However, while…

Hearing aids are small electronic or digital devices that help amplify sound. Offered in several styles (such as behind-the-ear or in-the-ear), hearing aids consist of four key components—a microphone, amplifier,…

At some point in most people’s lives, usually after a really good rock concert, it’s common to wonder if hearing loss can be reversed. The ability to hear is often…

Tone deafness is a disorder that prevents an individual from distinguishing between the pitch and tone of musical sounds. In extreme cases, such individuals may not have a sense of…

Suffering from hearing loss can be made less debilitating by purchasing hearing aids from one of the top hearing aid brands. However, hearing aid prices and difficulty accessing them can…

Experiencing hearing loss can be alarming for anyone. Unfortunately, although wearing hearing aids can help improve your listening abilities, there is a range of other factors like sound quality, electronic…

Compared to other animals, the human hearing range is limited. Not only can we not hear all the full range of sounds around us, but as we grow older, our…

The word tinnitus comes from the Latin tinnire word meaning “to ring.” It makes sense, as tinnitus is a condition in which a constant noise, often described as ringing, is…

What is this thumping sound in my ear? If this is a question you often ask yourself, you might be dealing with pulsatile tinnitus.  Pulsatile tinnitus has different causes and…

A loss in your sense of hearing is frustrating and disorientating. If hearing loss is an issue you suffer from, the last thing you need is for your hearing aid…

Dealing with hearing loss at any age can be upsetting and confusing for anyone. But fear not, in this article, we will cover all the bases in choosing the right…

Lively has generated ripples in the online hearing aid market by promising high-tech features and reliable after-sales service. On top of that, they come with a price tag that delivers…

Finding the right hearing aid involves choosing the style that fits your lifestyle needs, level of hearing loss, and personal preferences. With various types of hearing aids on the market,…

Getting hearing aids often involves a series of tests, visits to an audiologist, and thousands of dollars out of pocket. Could over the counter hearing aids be the solution you’re…