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  • Sennheiser Hearing Aid Review - We Tried All Three Models

    Sennheiser, a renowned audio brand, has expanded into the over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid market with three products: the Conversation Clear Plus earbuds and two versions of the All Day Clear hearing aids. The Conversation Clear Plus is designed for easier listening in noisy environments but lacks amplification, making it unsuitable as a direct replacement for traditional hearing aids. On the other hand, the All Day Clear models, released in August 2023, are fully functional OTC hearing aids t...

  • Jabra Enhance Select VS. Sennheiser All Day Clear - Head to Head

    Jabra Enhance Select and Sennheiser All Day Clear are two leading direct-to-consumer hearing aids, each offering unique features. Both devices share a similar behind-the-ear design but differ in customization options. Sennheiser excels for Android users with seamless Bluetooth connectivity and a straightforward self-fitting app, while Jabra provides pre-programmed aids based on professional testing, along with more detailed app controls. In terms of sound quality, Sennheiser offers a smoother exp...

  • What Is Sensorineural Hearing Loss | Causes, Treatments, Tests

    Sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) is a common and permanent type of hearing impairment affecting the inner ear or auditory nerve. It can result from noise exposure, genetic factors, age-related changes, or medical conditions such as autoimmune diseases or Meniere’s disease. Symptoms include difficulty understanding speech, especially in noisy environments, trouble hearing high-pitched voices, and tinnitus. Diagnosed through an audiogram, SNHL is treated with options like hearing aids, over-the-...

  • Living With Hearing Loss - Conversation With Shari Eberts

    Shari Eberts, a prominent advocate for individuals with hearing loss, shares her personal journey of living with hearing loss and overcoming stigma. Starting from her childhood observations of her father’s struggles with hearing aids to her own diagnosis in her mid-20s, Shari recounts the challenges of denial, shame, and isolation she faced. Inspired by her children and a desire to break the cycle of stigma, she began wearing hearing aids consistently, advocating for better communication practi...

  • An Audiologist's Review of Shokz Bone Conduction Headphones

    Bone-conduction headphones, such as the Shokz OpenRun model, are a unique alternative to traditional earbuds or over-ear headphones. Instead of transmitting sound through air vibrations into the eardrum, they send sound vibrations directly through the bones of the skull to the inner ear, allowing users to enjoy music while staying aware of their surroundings. The Shokz OpenRun features Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity, an IP67 water-resistant rating, and up to eight hours of battery life, making them i...

  • Shooter's Ear: Understanding and Protecting Your Hearing

    Shooter's ear, a form of noise-induced hearing loss caused by exposure to gunfire without proper protection, can result in permanent hearing damage or tinnitus. gunshot sounds, typically ranging from 140 to 170 decibels, are loud enough to harm the delicate structures of the inner ear, leading to temporary or permanent hearing loss and ringing in the ears. Prevention is key, with electronic earmuffs or earbuds designed for shooting offering effective protection by reducing harmful noise levels wh...