New research is uncovering that hearing loss is much more widespread that we had previously thought. In addition to genetics and old age, which are facts of life, hearing loss is frequently caused when a person’s occupation or hobby involves noisy environments. Environmental Causes of Hearing Loss Here are just some of the environments and […]
Why​ ​You​ ​Should​ ​Think​ ​Twice​ ​About​ ​Buying​ ​a​ ​Hearing​ ​Device​ ​Online
A​ ​new​ ​type​ ​of​ ​hearing​ ​device​ ​has​ ​come​ ​on​ ​the​ ​market​ ​recently​ ​that​ ​isn’t​ ​regulated​ ​by​ ​the​ ​FDA and​ ​is​ ​available​ ​over-the-counter.​ ​To​ ​find​ ​out​ ​more​ ​about​ ​this​ ​type​ ​of​ ​device,​ ​read​ ​our​ ​article​ ​on the​ ​difference​ ​between​ ​hearing​ ​aids​ ​and​ ​hearables​. These​ ​devices​ ​are​ ​often​ ​billed​ ​as​ ​cheaper​ ​and​ ​hassle-free​ ​alternatives​ ​to​ ​traditional​ ​hearing […]
How to Work with Your Audiologist to Get The Most Out of Your Hearing Device
If you’ve never used a hearing device, you may be surprised to find out that the audiologist is a key part of every hearing success story. When you first visit an audiologist, you’ll undergo a series of tests that are designed to identify the type of hearing loss you’re experiencing, which audio frequencies you’re having […]
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​Introducing​ ​the​ ​Dash​ ​Pro​ ​Hearing​ ​Device
Hearable technology has made leaps and bounds in the past few years, and patients are the beneficiaries of these advances. At Chicago Hearing Services, we’re proud to offer a new hearing device that offers many of these new technologies into one convenient and easy to use pair of headphones. The device is called the Dash Pro, made […]
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Identifying Hearing Loss in Children
Effective communication is of the utmost importance in childhood development. That’s why hearing loss needs to be identified as soon as possible after a baby is born so that if there are any hearing issues, they can be corrected with the use of a device and the child won’t experience a gap in the ability […]
Choosing a Hearing Device to Fit Your Lifestyle
We are lucky to be experiencing a hearing device renaissance at the moment. Advances in technology have enabled hearing device manufacturers to come out with more and better devices, and especially, devices that cater to particular lifestyles like never before. Here are just some of the hearing device enhancements that can contribute to your lifestyle: […]
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4 Indicators You Should Replace Your Current Hearing Device
Like any other medical device, hearing aids don’t last forever. Even if you’re happy with the performance of your hearing device, eventually, you’ll have to replace it. But how do you actually know when it’s time to replace your hearing device? One general rule is that most hearing devices last, on average, 5-7 years. However, […]
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Traditional Hearing Device or High-Tech Hearable: Which One's Right for You?
If you’ve heard of the new market of hearables, then you might be wondering how this new technology compares to more traditional hearing aids. We hear this question a lot, so we thought we’d cover some of the basics. First, a couple of definitions: a traditional hearing aid or hearing device is a medical device […]
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Listen Up! Tips to Consider When Purchasing Hearing Devices
Being diagnosed with hearing loss can seem daunting and overwhelming. There is a lot of information out there, but we are here to make that process easier for you. Here are some things to consider when choosing amplification. Choosing the right professional. Choosing a Doctor of Audiology (AuD) is an important first step in your […]
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Are Hearing Devices (and Hearables) Always Covered by Insurance?
After clearing the hurdles of realizing you may have hearing loss, going to a Doctor of Audiology and getting a hearing test, and choosing a suitable hearing aid, comes the real challenge: figuring out how to pay for your new hearing device. Here’s what you need to know about hearing devices and insurance policies. […]
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