How Parkinson’s Disease Affects Hearing
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement. The most commonly-known, earliest sign of Parkinson’s is a tremor in one hand, which then progresses to symptoms such as slow movement, stiffness and loss of balance. One recent study has uncovered other early signs of Parkinson’s, one of which is hearing…
Hearing Loss and Strokes – Is There a Connection?
If you develop hearing loss of at least 30 dB in three consecutive frequency ranges within a three-day timespan, it is known as sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL). For some people, they wake up unable to hear well, while others notice their hearing going out over a period of a few days. In most cases,…
Study Finds COVID-19 Can Directly Affect Inner Ear
Though many of us are starting to attend concerts at Mabee Center and birthday parties at Springtown Trampoline Park, for many, COVID-19 is far from over. This includes the 40% of people who have recovered from the initial infection but continue to suffer for weeks or months from symptoms such as fatigue, memory problems and…
Can Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline?
For people who have memory problems or poor organizational skills, purchasing a day planner from Magic City Books may help. But for people who are experiencing cognitive decline or dementia, medical intervention is necessary. Research shows that hearing aids can actually prevent or delay cognitive decline. The Link Between Hearing Loss & Dementia Hearing loss…
Does Hearing Loss Lead to Cognitive Decline?
As we age it becomes more likely that we experience both hearing loss and cognitive decline. However, research has shown that people with hearing loss are more likely to develop cognitive decline and dementia than those with normal hearing. Let’s examine why that is, as well as what you can do to protect your health….
How Genetics Can Play a Role in Hearing Loss
During the holidays it’s likely that conversations with loved ones may turn into learning a bit more about your family history. Whether it’s hearing about your mom’s favorite holiday memory or your dad reminiscing about the first time he went to an Oklahoma State University football game, it’s always nice to get a better picture…
What’s the Connection Between Diabetes and Hearing Loss?
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Millions of Americans deal with this condition, and millions more are at risk of developing the disease. There are three types of diabetes, which include: Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune reaction that causes the body to stop producing insulin. Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in childhood or young adulthood….
What Is it Like Having Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is known as a ringing in the ear. But what exactly does that sound like? Do those experiencing this symptom hear a perpetual phone ringing in the background, or is it more like a busy signal from a phone that’s always off the hook? Below is a look at what it is really like…
Hearing Loss Increases Risk of Accidental Injuries
Did you know that hearing loss increases your risk of an accidental injury? When you think about it, it makes sense: hearing loss lowers your awareness of what’s going on around you. One study uncovered exactly how much more likely an accidental injury is for people with a hearing impairment. About the Study The study…
Hearing Loss Increases Risk of Accidental Injuries
Did you know that hearing loss increases your risk of an accidental injury? When you think about it, it makes sense: hearing loss lowers your awareness of what’s going on around you. One study uncovered exactly how much more likely an accidental injury is for people with a hearing impairment. About the Study The study…