Why Does My Ear Hurt?
Ear pain can be caused by a variety of factors, some of which require medical intervention, and others will resolve on their own. Determining the root cause of the pain can help you seek treatment when needed. Change in Air Pressure Your ear is responsible for regulating air pressure to keep the pressure equal on…
How Long Do Sinus Infections Last?
The in-between season when spring turns into summer is full of blooming flowers, billowing trees and catching of colds. But if your runny nose and headache seems to be sticking around for longer than usual, you may be experiencing something else—a sinus infection. Understanding what causes a sinus infection and how long they typically last…
Start Your Spring Allergy Routine Now
While your calendar says springtime, the temperate outside may still feel like winter. If you are prone to seasonal allergies, you should start your routine now. Winter Season Dictates Spring Allergies The winter weather plays a large role in how bad your spring allergies will be. Mild winters, like the one we just had, can…
COVID-19
During this time of national concern, we wish to advise you of our plan to minimize exposure to the COVID 19 virus (corona virus). If you have a fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or have traveled outside of the United States in the last 14 days, we ask that you call our office…
How Does a Hearing Aid Work?
Hearing aids are small and complex electronic devices that help those with hearing loss communicate better. These devices aid in speech understanding, hearing and have even been shown to improve quality of life. Hearing devices come in a wide range of types and styles, but they all have the same basic components. Four Key Components…
Drinking and Hearing Loss
Drinking alcohol is bad for your health. It can increase your risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease and digestive problems. A lesser known health condition associated with drinking is hearing loss. Alcohol’s Effect on the Brain Soundwaves are translated into electrical impulses within the inner ear and sent via the auditory…
Understanding the Vestibular System
If you’ve ever slid your feet up the street, bent your back, shifted your arm and then pulled it back, congratulations: you know how to “Walk Like an Egyptian.” But have you ever wondered how, exactly, Egyptians — or anybody in Tulsa, for that matter — are able to walk? We can thank the vestibular…
Fa-La-La-La-La, La-La-La-FLU
The holiday season is a magical time of year for people young and old in Tulsa, but it can also bring misery if you happen to come down with the flu. Winter is the traditional cold and flu season; getting sick this time of year can easily dampen your holiday spirit. We’ve got some facts…
Finding Relief from Sinus Infections
If you suffer from frequent sinus infections in Tulsa, you are hardly alone. The condition, known as sinusitis, is the top-ranked chronic health complaint in Oklahoma. Many people turn to over-the-counter medications for help, but these often prove ineffective. There are other options for long-term relief from your suffering. How common are sinus infections? 37…