Broadwater Hearing Care

St. Petersburg, Florida

Use a Littmann Stethoscope at work?

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Do you use a stethoscope at work? We finally have a way to use Bluetooth to stream to your hearing aids. If you use a Littmann stethoscope, there is a digital attachment available. It can be purchased from Eko Core. It has gotten good reviews and may be worth checking it out. We are here to help if you or a family member is having any difficulties with hearing, hearing aids, hearing aid apps or Tinnitus please give us a call at 727-323-2471 and set up an appointment. We can … [Read more...]

Should You Visit An ENT Specialist Or A Local Audiologist? What’s the Difference?

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Have you been having difficulty hearing? Are you having problems with your ears? We understand how challenging life can be if you can’t actively participate in conversations and social gatherings. With advancements in medical treatment and hearing aid technology, your problem can be treated effectively. It can be difficult to know whether a visit to a local audiologist or an ENT for treatment is appropriate.  What is the Difference? ENTs (Otolaryngologists) treat medical problems … [Read more...]

Dogs and Speech

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Did you know studies show dogs process the elements of speech very similarly to the way humans do!? ???? “The study had dogs sit facing two speakers. The researchers then played a recorded short sentence—"Come on, then"—and watched which way the dogs turned. When the animals heard recordings in which individual words were strongly emphasized, they turned to the right—indicating that their left hemispheres were engaged. But when they listened to recordings that had exaggerated … [Read more...]

Real Ear Verification

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“I don’t feel like I’m noticing the ‘wow factor’ I was expecting from hearing aids.” I've heard this comment from many patients who arrive at our office with hearing aid purchased online, over the counter, or outside practices... ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Have you ever wondered how we can ensure hearing aids provide you with the appropriate amount of volume to meet your listening needs? I can assure you that our office offers the gold … [Read more...]

What Hearing Aid is Best

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“What hearing aid is the best one?” ???? When it comes to hearing aids, there is no single best device for everyone.  There are a lot of factors that go into which hearing aid is the best for each individual person.  Hearing loss, lifestyle, higher level brain functioning, dexterity, finances, cosmetics, and personal preference are all important things to consider when choosing the “best” hearing aid for a patient. ???? When you schedule a hearing test and hearing aid … [Read more...]

Hearing Aids not one size fits all

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Hearing aids are not one size fits all.  While hearing aids have automatic programming that can be completed within the computer software, every person’s ears are different sizes and shapes!  ???? In order to verify that your hearing aids are programmed the best possible, it is important to complete real ear measurements.  These measurements allow us to take the shape and size of your ear and ear canal into consideration when programming your hearing aids.  Once we do real ear … [Read more...]

Head Injuries and Hearing Loss

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Head injuries are often classified by severity: mild, moderate, and severe. ???? Typically, mild head injuries cause symptoms that last less than 15 minutes and no loss of consciousness. ???? Moderate and severe head injuries cause longer-lasting symptoms and/or loss of consciousness. ???? Because mild head injuries resolve quickly and do not cause a loss of consciousness, we often overlook these instances when asked about head … [Read more...]

Tips for Traveling with Hearing Aids

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Last week some of my patients shared their fun plans to travel this summer!  ☀️ I always remind them to be mindful with their hearing aids when they travel, as routines can be different than the normal day-to-day rhythm… ☀️ Some tips for traveling with hearing aids: Don’t forget your batteries or charger! →Bring your spare case to store them if you remove them while on the go (swimming, pools, flights, boating, etc). →Be CAREFUL with storing them … [Read more...]

3 Things You Need To Know About Hearing Aid Batteries

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Hearing aids allow people to enjoy their lives without worrying about being left out of conversations or missing out on daily activities. But like most other electronic devices, your hearing aid also needs power. This power comes from the batteries that are fitted inside. Thus, if you are going to visit a licensed audiologist, there are some things about hearing aid batteries that you should know.  Below, we have made a list of these things for your help. 1. The Types of Hearing Aid … [Read more...]

Tinnitus and Underlying Hearing Loss

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A majority of adults with tinnitus have underlying hearing loss. Overall, tinnitus impacts 15-20% of the general population. Some people can tune out their tinnitus and barely notice it. Other people become bothered by their tinnitus and have a hard time ignoring it. If you have tinnitus, there is a good chance you have some amount of underlying hearing loss. A hearing test can identify any hearing impairment and our audiologist at Broadwater Hearing Care can make recommendations … [Read more...]