Research

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The link between exercise and hearing loss

Older adults with hearing loss are less physically active. This may mediate the association between hearing loss and other adverse outcomes. Recognition of this potential association is essential (Assi et al, 2024). The connection between exercise and better hearing has challenged the assumption that hearing loss is an inevitable part of aging. Research has consistently […]

6 Daily Habits for People with Hearing Loss

Here are my six suggested daily habits to manage hearing loss: Eat healthfully. Research has found a Mediterranean diet to be beneficial for ear health. Express appreciation to people in your life who support your communication needs. Exercise regularly– your ears will thank you when your blood sugar and blood pressure levels are as close […]

Tension reliever for people with hearing loss

People with hearing loss (PWHL) have to deal with a great deal of ambiguity in communication. At times, the ambiguity and listening effort can be stressful. I think tension relievers are really important for PWHL. Below is a short video from Huberman Lab, about one of my favourite tension relievers. It’s called the physiological sigh. […]

Sound provides information that helps you with balancing yourself

Research examined how sounds affects a person’s ability to keep their balance while standing still, with their eyes closed and when standing on a pliable, squishy surface. They also looked at how wearing noise-canceling headphones (a complete lack of sound) affected balance. They found that people had more difficulty staying balanced or standing still on […]