Sound Knowledge
About Hearing

Hearing is one of the most important ways that we experience and enjoy life. The sounds that we hear, whether it be laughter, birds chirping, or a baby saying her first word, make life special. If a hearing loss is present, missing out on these special sounds impacts the pleasure of life.

The first step to treating a hearing loss is to realize that one exists. If you notice a friend or loved one showing any of the following signs, encourage them to make an appointment with our office for a hearing evaluation. Those signs might include:

• Asking you to repeat what you said because they are having a difficult time understanding.
  
• Listening to the television or radio at a louder volume than what others normally do.
  
• Having trouble understanding conversation when in background noise.
  
• Having difficulty hearing over the telephone.
  
• Avoiding public events or social situations where they have a hard time hearing others.
  
• Leaning their head in toward the speaker to better hear what is being said.
  
• Not responding accurately to questions or comments or misunderstanding what was said.