Hearing Matters

Imagine waking up one morning and not being able to hear out of one ear, or hearing a sudden, loud “pop” and losing your hearing in that instant. Sounds like scary stuff, right? Unfortunately, it does happen sometimes, often to adults in their late 40s or early 50s. While there are any number of disorders […]

As we’ve just celebrated the Fourth of July with beautifully colorful fireworks displays that often are quite loud, what better time is there to think about our hearing, which so many of us take for granted and rarely discuss? If you’ve ever wondered whether it might be time to consider a hearing aid, chances are, […]

By Ryan Hill, Au.D. Difficulty hearing speech in noise is the most common complaint of any person who has hearing loss whether or not they wear hearing aids. This is one of the most challenging aspects of our jobs as audiologists and also for the researchers and scientists who are working on new technology. The […]

By Ryan Hill, Au.D Happy May Day! In addition to May bringing spring flowers and Mother’s Day, May is also Better Hearing & Speech Month– something that is near and dear to our hearts. So, how do you get the best hearing possible? If you need hearing aids get them AND wear them! Help keep […]

By: Ryan Hill, Au.D.   Because new hearing aid models are released every 6 months from the different manufacturers its hard for anyone to keep up with what’s going on in the industry. This is even the case for audiologists and other hearing professionals! However, at The Hill Hear Better Clinic we take pride in […]

THHBC Maintenance tips By: Ryan Hill, Au.D. Here are some quick cleaning tips for taking care of your hearing aids, no matter the style! Wipe any wax off the hearing aid with a tissue when you’re finished using it for the day. This sounds, and is, very simple to do and can help you insert […]

Recommendations for Success By: Ryan Hill, Au.D. No matter what style of hearing aid, what degree of hearing loss, or how long you have been wearing hearing aids, we have some quick tips for getting the most out of your devices. Wear your hearing aids for all waking hours This is especially important for new […]

Captioned Phones are Free! By: Ryan Hill, Au.D. For every 10-decibel reduction in hearing sensitivity, the odds of social isolation increase by 52% and may lead to a hose of other health problems. It’s critical for patient to stay connected and engaged with their family, friends, and healthcare professionals. Do you or a loved one […]

Break the Mold and Cut Out Feedback! By: Ryan Hill, Au.D. “Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse, the hearing aids were whistling, on grandpa’s rosy red ear, we all hoped that the noise would soon disappear…” Does this sound like your quiet […]

How to break the news By: Brandi Raycheck, Au.D. With the holiday season upon us and family gatherings near, do you know of someone in your friends and family circle that gets anxious to be at family functions? Do you know someone that secludes themselves away from the conversation when family gets together? We all […]