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Hearing and Noisy Environments

Ealing Hearing Centre • August 21, 2022

No matter where we live, we often deal with noisy situations. It can be tricky to understand conversations in a noisy place with or without hearing challenges. The challenge is more impactful for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

To combat such a beast, you merely need a boost in your hearing ability, and voila! Your conversation skills will improve, leaving a positive impact on your life.

Try the following tips to improve your hearing in a noisy environment.

Seek Your Audiologist's Help

First and foremost, seek help from your Audiologist like Sid and Sukhina, here at Ealing Hearing Centre. They may be able to adjust your hearing aid or suggest a different device to increase your hearing in a noisy environment.

Practice in Noisy Environments

Your hearing aid picks up many different sounds, both wanted and unwanted. While your hearing aid does the heavy lifting, it is up to you to separate noise from verbal conversation.

Practice talking with your friend while in a quiet environment. Later, try having a similar conversation in a busy environment. If you don't see immediate results, don't quit, your progress will likely be slow, but sure.

Learn From Others

It can be tiring when you start using hearing aids. At first, your brain will register many sounds, making the adjustment period challenging and overwhelming.

An Audiologist or other hearing professional can help you navigate this change. They might offer practical counsel about your experiences and expectations. Or they can put you in touch with people who've dealt with such situations. You might be surprised to discover a community of experienced users who come to your help. Get in touch with us to find out more.

Use Assistive Hearing Devices

An Audiologist might recommend supplementary devices to enhance the signal-to-noise ratio in rare cases of severe hearing deficit. This term refers to the difference between the noise and the speech signal. Typically, most people understand and hear speech better when the difference is bigger.

An Audiologist might successfully maximise the signal-to-noise ratio using assistive listening devices (like FM systems or remote microphones). These work together with hearing aids to achieve the desired effect. The speaker typically wears the devices; alternatively, they might pass the devices between speakers, thus sending the speaker's voice directly into the hearing aids.

Before adopting such a procedure, consult your Audiologist. Likely, your Audiologist will thoroughly examine the situation and which assistive devices may be best. Let us help you hear better, today.

A noisy environment is not the end of conversations for you. With the proper hearing aids and ample practice, you can easily keep up and interact with others. Please contact us at Ealing Hearing Centre today.

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Love Your Hearing This February: A Perfect Time to Prioritise Your Hearing Health

By Sukhina Sidhu • February 15, 2025

February is the month of love, and there’s no better time to show yourself some love by prioritising your hearing health. At Ealing Hearing, we believe that good hearing is a vital part of living your best life – whether it’s enjoying meaningful conversations, listening to your favourite music, or experiencing the world around you. It’s easy to take your hearing for granted, but just like your heart or your eyes, it needs attention and care to stay in top shape. Why You Should Love Your Hearing Your hearing health plays a significant role in your overall well-being. Studies show that untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of isolation, frustration, and even depression. Yet, many people wait years before seeking help. Don't wait for your hearing to get worse – taking care of it early on can make a huge difference to your quality of life. The Benefits of Early Intervention By having a hearing check-up now, you can catch any potential problems before they get worse. Early intervention can improve communication, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance your emotional well-being. Hearing aids and other solutions can dramatically improve your ability to engage with loved ones, take part in social activities, and stay active in your community. We are a tribal species so it’s vital to keep in contact with others for optimum health! At Ealing Hearing, we offer professional assessments, and a range of solutions tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re looking for hearing aids, advice on how to protect your hearing, or simply want to learn more about your hearing health, we are here to help. Take Action This February This February, give yourself the gift of better hearing. It’s simple – book an appointment with Ealing Hearing Centre today and discover how we can help you hear the world around you more clearly. Our family-run, experienced team are dedicated to providing you with the best care, personalised to your hearing needs. Don’t wait – your hearing deserves love too! Call us today to schedule your consultation. Alternatively, you can book an appointment by emailing us or visiting our website for more information (LINK) Hearing well, living well – show your ears some love this February.

How To Enjoy Concerts and Clubs Without Hearing Loss

By Sukhina Sidhu • January 15, 2025

Have you ever experienced a constant ringing in your ears while you're out at a concert venue? Everything sounds muffled; you talk loudly, practically shouting at your friends because you can't understand them. You know this isn't normal—it's temporary hearing damage. Is it possible to enjoy loud music at a concert or club without experiencing some hearing loss? Yes, you can have fun at your favourite club or venue and still protect your hearing! Here are a few simple tips to help keep your hearing safe while having fun. Carry Reusable Earplugs Reusable earplugs are they're designed so they muffle sounds for clubbers and musicians. They're generally pretty inexpensive, and they make the loud atmosphere safer for your ears without stopping you from hearing the music. If you're attending a music festival or an event with fireworks, you can also purchase ear defenders for your children. Get Away From Speakers Don't stay close to booming speakers. Remember that they're the primary source of loud noises. Dancing too close puts you at risk of suffering permanent hearing damage. Avoid standing directly in front of loud instruments or amplifiers for the same reason. Take Regular Breaks If you're planning to stay in a noisy club or arena for a long time, take regular breaks. This will give your ears a much-needed break. Take advantage of chillout zones which are usually available at concert venues. The zones will provide your ears with a little respite from the booming noise. If there are no chillout zones, plan to leave the venue at specific intervals or even swing by the restroom and take a break. Avoid Shouting If you’re in a loud club atmosphere, don’t add to the noise by shouting. Instead, speak slowly as you usually do. This is healthy for your ears, and it's also beneficial for others' hearing. Allow Recovery Time After being in a loud environment for a long time, give your ears sufficient time to recover. Stay away from a noisy environment for a minimum of 18 hours. If you have to remain in a loud atmosphere for extended periods, make sure you have your earplugs ready! Exercise Regularly Did you know that regular exercise is excellent for our hearing? Yup! taking regular aerobic exercise significantly increases blood flow to the ear. In turn, this helps to reduce hearing loss. If you're planning on going to a weekend concert, maybe it's time to start running a few weeks before. Know the Setlist Improve your concert experience by researching the setlist before the performance. You can email the concert venue and ask. That way, you can anticipate songs scheduled to come up next. That way, you know when to take a break or when that extra loud song is coming on. Get in touch with Sid, Sukhina and the team to find out more

Hearing Aid Solutions

By Sukhina Sidhu • December 15, 2024

You may not think that hearing aids have accessories available. Guess what? There are so many to choose from! Hearing aids have all kinds of bits and bobs to go with them; let’s explore some hearing accessories. Hearing Aid Accessories TV Streaming Devices People suffering from hearing loss often turn up the TV until they can hear it. The problem is that the volume they find comfortable is way too loud for people who don’t have hearing troubles. So instead of constantly dealing with the volume being too quiet or too loud, make it so everyone can be comfortable. TV streaming systems allow each person with hearing aids to set the volume for themselves. Most systems have a pretty good range too. You do not have to sit right in front of the TV all the time. You can walk away for a bit and still keep your hearing aids connected. Wireless Transmitting Microphone Sometimes hearing aids need a boost to give people the best hearing experience. Wireless microphones help send audio directly to a person’s hearing aids and reduce background noise. These devices are beneficial in areas with a lot of background noise, such as: ● Restaurants or Cafés ● Small group conversations ● One-on-one conversations ● Class lectures ● Outdoor and indoor activities ● Watching TV ● Phone calls ● Audio/voice from the computer, radio, or other devices Alarm Clocks Hearing aid accessory companies have developed alarm clocks for the hearing impaired. Instead of worrying about getting up on time, your alarm clock can do more than ring in the morning. With Bluetooth connectivity, if you sleep with your hearing aids, such as in-the-ear and in-the-canal hearing aids, you can hear your alarm in real-time. If you don’t sleep with your hearing aids, you can get alarm clocks features that have vibrations, sounds, and lights. The multiple variations of nose and light will help reach through the sleepy fuzz to wake you up. Accessories to Fit Your Life There are all kinds of accessories for hearing aids. Some of the accessories work in connection with your hearing aid to help it perform better. Other products do their best to improve the life of your hearing aid. In addition, other accessories use light and vibration to alert you. Hearing aids are not the bulky things they used to be. There has been many technological advancements, and there will continue to be more breakthroughs making your life more enjoyable. Please get in touch so we can tell you more!