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What is BPPV?

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What is the most common cause of dizziness? The most common cause of dizziness is benign paroxysmal position vertigo (BPPV) which affects, on average, 64 per 100,000 individuals within the United States. Also known as the “crystal problem”, BPPV is a mechanical disorder in which the small crystals in the inner ear fall into the…

What is Auracast and what does it mean for hearing aid users?

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Auracast is a new Bluetooth audio capability that lets multiple Bluetooth enabled devices connect to one device to stream audio. For example, when attending a restaurant to watch a sports game with friends, individuals with hearing loss may have difficulty hearing the commentary of the game because of the noisy environment and their level of…

Why Does My Tinnitus Get Louder When I’m Stressed?

Better Hearing, Education Material, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus

Although tinnitus (or ringing / buzzing / whooshing / roaring in the ears) is often an underlying symptom of hearing loss, it can be exacerbated or even triggered by stress. A person’s reaction to tinnitus depends on how the autonomic nervous system responds to the sound itself. While many patients are able to ignore their…

Could a Cochlear Implant Help You Hear Better?

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As we age, it’s not uncommon to notice changes in our hearing. Conversations may become harder to follow, especially in noisy places. You might find yourself turning up the volume on the TV, asking others to repeat themselves, or withdrawing from social situations because hearing has become too frustrating. If hearing aids aren’t providing enough…

CROS and Bi-CROS Systems

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What is a CROS System? A Contralateral Routing of Sound (CROS) hearing aid is a type of hearing device that is used to treat unilateral hearing loss (single sided hearing loss). It takes sound from the ear with poor hearing sensitivity and transmits the sounds to the better hearing ear. As a result, the CROS…

Hearing Aid Manufacturers

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Understandably, many patients want to be an informed buyer when they wish to purchase hearing aids, and the internet can be very confusing when it comes to finding devices that are affordable and work well for them. When searching for answers in Google, the options that show are often third parties, off-brand manufacturers, over-the-counter hearing…

Hearing Aid Troubleshooting

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Are you experiencing difficulties with your hearing aids? This could be anything from them not sounding quite like they should, charging or battery life issues, Bluetooth connectivity problems, and so much more. What are steps you can take to fix them? This should always be your first step when troubleshooting your hearing aids. Wipe down…

How Often Should You Replace Hearing Aids?

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Many patients often ask at their hearing aid consultation appointment “How long do they last?”. While there isn’t a straightforward answer, here are some guidelines. Hearing aids are complex devices requiring proper care and maintenance. Technology in general is rapidly changing every few years, and this includes new advancements in hearing aid technology. Hearing aids…

May is Better Hearing Month!

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To celebrate, Jacksonville Hearing and Balance Institute is offering special discounts on all hearing aid purchases throughout the month of May. If you or a loved one are experiencing difficulty hearing, now is the perfect time to schedule a comprehensive hearing assessment and medical evaluation. Our team will help determine the type and severity of…

Strategies to Prevent Moisture Damage to Hearing Aids

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Water is an integral part of our lives here in Florida. It’s in the air all around us in the form of humidity, we sweat to regulate our body temperature in the summer heat, and we must dodge almost daily afternoon rain showers. Not to mention, a lot of our leisure activates involve water, such…

Walk-In Repair Clinic

If you are experiencing problems with your hearing aid Walk-In clinic is available on Tue from 10am -11:30am and Thurs from 1pm – 2:30pm. No appointment necessary. To make an appointment call the Hearing Center at (904) 399-0350

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