January 17th, 2012
Complete hearing loss is not the only problem that can cause people distress and discomfort. Even a partial loss of hearing can have a dramatic effect on your quality of life. It can leave you unable to understand the conversations of friends and family. This can cause people to feel self-conscious, particularly during public or social occasions, or in a meeting at work, but there is a solution. LACE auditory training from the Hearing Healthcare Centre is just one part of our comprehensive hearing care Peterborough service, and could truly transform your life.
If you are an adult who is suffering from the beginnings of hearing loss, LACE, or Listening and Communication Enhancement, could benefit you. Do you have difficulty understanding speech, particularly in noisy surroundings or where fast speakers or competing voices make it harder to comprehend what is being said? You do not need to accept this as an inevitable side-effect of hearing loss, as LACE can provide a solution. LACE is designed to retrain your brain, as although you hear with your ears, you listen with your brain, and by learning some simple tricks you could potentially improve your comprehension by more than 40%.
This practical training programme features twenty half-hour interactive sessions which you can complete at home using your DVD player or computer. This allows you to go over the training at your own pace, and gives you the ability to recap any aspect of the programme if required. In the same way as you would use physiotherapy to retrain your body to adapt following an injury or illness, LACE training can be used to teach your brain the skills it needs to overcome hearing loss. Just imagine being able to join a conversation with friends or colleagues without struggling to hear.
Why not visit the team of hearing care Peterborough specialists at the Hearing Healthcare Centre for a consultation? Whilst we regularly provide hearing aids for our clients, not all hearing loss is severe enough to require this intervention. In these cases, LACE can provide a simple yet effective way to combat hearing problems.
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December 9th, 2011
Over time, hearing can become impaired, limiting what you can hear and the circumstances within which you can hear. Whilst in the majority of instances this is due to an inability to hear and is easily fixed with a hearing aid, it is surprising how many people actually struggle to interpret what they are hearing. To combat this, the auditory professionals here at The Hearing Healthcare Centre provide a LACE training program to accompany your new investment in one of the many hearing aids Peterborough we currently have available.
LACE training, otherwise known as Listening and Communication Enhancement is a course which focuses upon the cognitive process behind hearing. It is a course which specifically trains your brain how to listen, helping people who forget or lose their ability to interpret the words they are listening to, to restore their sense of hearing.
This is a problem which many people are faced with, so to help you regain your hearing we not only provide you with the appropriate hearing aid, we also provide LACE auditory training programs. This is relatively easy to do, and with a DVD, they can be completed in the comfort of your own home.
To give you a glimpse into the various aspects which auditory training looks at, we have given a brief overview below.
The course comes in a DVD format, and is in twenty easy-to-digest half hour sessions. The main focus of the program is to train the cognitive processes to interpret what is being said. Just like any form of physiotherapy associated with regaining your body’s normal strength and movements, with regular training and practice sessions, you will quickly see an improvement in your ability to interact with those around you and interpret what is being said.
Whilst the program specifically focuses upon listening, it’s a natural superstition to assume that the program trains you to pinpoint specific noises whilst in a noisy environment.
If you would like further information regarding our hearing aids Peterborough or the LACE training program, be sure to get in touch with us at The Hearing Healthcare Centre. To do so, call us on 01733 392 910.
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December 2nd, 2011
Welcome to the Winter 2011 issue of SoundWaves – the Hearing Healthcare Centre quarterly newsletter.
We hope you find the information in this newslsetter interesting and useful. We always appreciate your views and comments.
It is with regret that we have to inform our Peterborough clients that Norma, our practice manager, has
had to leave us due to family circumstances. We wish her and all her family well. My wife Conny is stepping
in to fill the post in her absence.
We have been keeping very busy over the last few months and have found the new Widex Clear range and the Signature range to be exceptionally successful. Both companies have produced instruments which are very well designed and with additional devices for TV, phone and remote control units which are easy to use and work extremely well. Widex have also just produced a cordless phone which needs no setting up with their hearing instruments but communicates wirelessly to both aids without the need to hold the earpiece to the ear. For any normal hearing user it can be used like any ordinary phone. For more information please contact the Cambridge office on 01223 360700.
t the latter part of September, I was invited to the 60th anniversary of Snetterton with my MG “Emma”, where the Aston Martin Owners Club and Ferrari Owners Club were racing on the new 300 track. These two clubs were the first to race on this track when it was first used as an alternative to Firsfield. I was asked to take Emma for a parade lap and so invited Jack Seers, (a friend and colleague of Archie Scott Brown) to ride shotgun with me. He had never been in the car during Archie’s ownership so was
delighted to join me. We only had the safety car and a full race Ford Cosworth for company so after they took off we were able to give the car a good bit of exercise around the new track which was a great thrill for us both.
Nature has equipped all mammals with two equally functioning ears as a primary means of survival, both for locating food and for hearing approaching danger. For humans, two-eared hearing is just as necessary to survive in our modern noisy societies; to hear in traffic, in crowds and to understand speech. Hearing properly with two ears means the difference between simply listening to noise and hearing clearly with understanding.
The hearing centre of the brain relies on two independent ‘microphones’- the ears. If only one ear is functioning properly, there will be difficulty in understanding speech in noisy environments and in locating the direction from which the sound is coming. Scientific research as well as individual experience, confirms that most people with a hearing loss in both ears, can benefit greatly from wearing binaural (stereophonic) hearing instruments i.e. a hearing instrument for each ear that responds to sound correction. The major benefits are:-
Better understanding in noisy places – By wearing two hearing instruments rather than just one, selective listening is more easily achieved. This means your brain can focus on the conversation you want to hear and reduce the amount of unwanted background noise more easily.
Better identification of sound direction – Sound direction identification is called ‘localisation’ and is dependent upon two equally functioning ears. The effect can be dramatic if the sound is a warning signal such as an approaching car.
Clearer reception of softly-spoken words – When only one hearing instrument is worn, volume has to be at a higher level to compensate and this exaggerates interfering background noise and can distort these sounds.
Better sound quality – By wearing an instrument in each ear you increase your hearing distance range and this greater range provides a better sense of sound balance and quality.
Smoother tone quality – Amplification from two hearing instruments requires less volume than with one alone. This results in less distortion and better reproduction of amplified sound.
Better feeling of balance – Hearing with both ears results in a feeling of balanced sound reception also known as the “stereo effect”. Hearing with one ear often creates an unusual feeling of having a blocked or ‘dead’ ear.
Less tiring – Many binaural hearing instrument wearers report that listening to conversations is both less tiring and stressful because a lower volume is required to hear clearly, compared to hearing with one ear.
Two hearing instruments are not always suitable, but when they are, you can be sure that your hearing aid audiologist has your best hearing interest in mind.
Tinnitus is a ringing or buzzing in one or both ears and although many people have experienced this condition temporarily after being in a noisy environment or whilst suffering from a head cold, for over 7 million people in the UK, it never goes away.
Tinnitus has been and still is the object of extensive research in terms of establishing effective treatment methods or management strategies. Tinnitus is for many a distressing noise leading to increased stress and affected quality of life.
As stress is one of the highest exacerbating factors involved with tinnitus, stress reduction is a vital element in effective tinnitus management. To this end and inspired by the relaxing effect of certain types of music, Widex, a Danish hearing instrument manufacturing company, developed ‘Zen’ programs to help tinnitus sufferers.
Based on what is known as fractal technology which ensures that the music is predictable without repeating itself, Zen is a unique music program available in some Widex hearing instruments. Zen plays random, chime-like tones that can be used for relaxation and for making tinnitus less noticeable.
An experiment was conducted in 2009 at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) to determine the effectiveness of fractal tones, contained within this hearing instrument, with tinnitus patients. The experiment concluded that fractal tones corrected for hearing loss are effective in relaxing the tinnitus sufferer, as well as reducing the annoyance of tinnitus.
To find out more information on this technology, simply call us on 01733 392910.
Quintus Pedius was a Roman painter and the first deaf person in recorded history known by name. He is the first recorded deaf painter and his schooling is the first recorded education of a deaf child.
Long gone are the days when a hearing aid was a large, obvious, embarrassing flesh-coloured prosthesis with poor performance. Just like computers and mobile telephones from a decade ago, modern hearing aids are now available as much smaller devices and they
perform in unthinkable ways compared to ten years ago. The best type of hearing assistance depends on the level of hearing loss, lifestyle and size of ear canal. However, they are all significantly less noticeable than trying to cope unaided with hearing difficulties.
Here’s how to make your batteries last longer.
Zinc-air batteries should also be given a little time to “charge up” before they can be used. After removing the coloured tab, the battery will need air to work and it takes about a minute before the air has reacted to the zinc in the battery cell.
Do not throw batteries away once they have been used. They pollute the environment. Instead, hand them in to us where they will be sent to be recycled.
LACE (Listening and Communication Enhancement) is an interactive software training program that enhances your ability to communicate by maximizing listening skills and communication strategies.
Who can use LACE?
LACE is intended for adult patients, with or without hearing loss who have difficulty understanding speech in challenging listening environments where there are noisy surroundings, fast talkers or competing voices.
We hear with our ears but we listen with our brain. LACE retrains the brain and can improve comprehension by more than 40% in difficult situations. Contact us for further details.
On 7th & 8th October 2011, AIHHP – The Association of Independent Hearing Healthcare Professionals held its Autumn conference in Marlow, Buckinghamshire.
After a very full and intensive day spent listening to three extremely interesting keynote presentations and then further in-depth workshops to increase delegates knowledge and keep up to date with the very latest developments in the profession, delegates and manufacturer representatives were then entertained with the 2011 Golden Lobes Awards & Gala dinner.
This is an annual event that allows the association’s members to vote for a range of products, innovative concepts and stand-out individuals that have made a real difference to both audiologists and end-users of hearing assistive systems.
The awards ceremony has now become an event not to be missed and the nominations submitted for each category are of an ever-increasing standard of excellence. For an individual or company to receive an AIHHP ‘Golden Lobe’ is judged to be a high point in their service to this
profession.
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November 28th, 2011
Many thanks for sending the Widex Phone-Dex.
It is an amazing instrument and has transformed my use of the telephone. For the first time in a decade or more I can hear on the telephone with clarity. Quite extraordinary! Many thanks.
I should have written before this to report that the aids themselves are working well. They have not restored my hearing to normal but, as you said, aids cannot replace hearing loss although they can make the best of what remains. This they do and enable me to lead a reasonably normal life.
Widex deserve an enormous vote of thanks for the thoughtful way in which they develop their products.
Many thanks to you again.
R. C. Ingram
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November 15th, 2011
American author, Helen Keller once said: “The problems of deafness are deeper and more complex, if not more important than those of blindness. Deafness is a much worse misfortune. For it means the loss of the most vital stimulus, the sound of the voice that brings language, sets thoughts astir, and keeps us in the intellectual company of man”. Here at The Hearing Healthcare Centre we to believe that hearing is important, which is why we provide bespoke hearing care Cambridge at an affordable price.
For over 50 years our team of hearing specialists have been providing the best hearing care possible for the residents of Cambridge and as such this has seen us provide our customers with some of the best hearing disability aids available, including devices manufactured by Phonax, Widex and Oticon.
However, during our time within the industry we also appreciate and understand that everyone’s hearing capabilities are different and that what each person hears is unique. It’s for this reason that we offer an unbeatable bespoke hearing care service, which includes the use of our unique and specially adapted “Signature” hearing instrument.
Based upon the experience, skills and understanding that we have within the industry, we’ve been able to create the Signature hearing instrument which allows us to produce the perfect hearing aid for you, your needs and your requirements. Using this instrument we’re able to personalise the sound which you’re able to hear, making it your signature sound.
Using mainly open-fitting technology the Signature hearing aid is discreet, can be used with an additional range of wireless accessories and unlike other hearing aids it doesn’t make a whistling sound when used close to other technology.
If you’d like more information surrounding how our bespoke hearing care Cambridge can enable you to have a better quality of hearing, or if you’d like to have your hearing testing because you’re concerned about how much or little you can hear, then contact us today on 01223 360700.
Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by The Hearing Healthcare Centre. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of The Hearing Healthcare Centre, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.
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October 10th, 2011
Often it can be hard to know where to turn when you begin losing your hearing, but with help from the Hearing Healthcare Centre you can rest assured that you will be able to find an effective solution which will mean you no longer have to live with the negative effects of hearing loss. Our thorough hearing test Cambridge can combine with the technology we offer to improve both your hearing and your quality of life.
We have over twenty years’ experience helping a wide range of people to get fantastic results from their hearing loss treatment. We are the experts in the diagnosis of hearing problems, and are well-qualified to offer helpful guidance to anyone suffering from a loss of hearing.
Just as you would visit a chiropractic clinic for back pain, you should always get in touch with a professional hearing centre to help with your hearing problems. When you visit us you will undergo a hearing test Cambridge to assess the standard of your hearing, and we will then provide you with an effective solution to your problem, combined with ongoing support and professional advice.
We are also pleased to offer an innovative training programme to help our clients improve their listening skills. LACE, or Listening and Communication Enhancement, recognises the link between the sounds you hear and the way your brain interprets them, helping you to develop new skills to focus your brain and understand speech, even in a noisy room or when many people are talking at once.
The twenty half-hour sessions can be completed in the comfort of your own home through either your home computer or DVD player. Our development of LACE demonstrates our commitment to exploring alternative treatments for hearing loss. It is our hope that all of our clients will be able to enjoy improved hearing thanks to the skills taught within the programme.
When you are suffering from the effects of hearing loss and don’t know where to turn, contact the Hearing Healthcare Centre today to organise your hearing test Cambridge, and to begin looking forward to enjoying vibrant music and good conversation once again.
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September 15th, 2011
We use our ears on a daily basis to take in the sounds surrounding our everyday life. However, over time our senses can begin to deteriorate making it difficult to hear. When this occurs, hearing aids Cambridge are often needed to restore your hearing, yet adjusting to them isn’t always as easy as you first anticipate. Subsequently, the professional audiologists here at the Hearing Healthcare Centre have compiled a few tips and advice on how to adapt to using your new hearing aid.
When you first get your new hearing aid try and take it slowly. Here at the Hearing Healthcare Centre we would recommend that you start wearing your hearing aid around your home before venturing outdoors into busier environments.
Try wearing your hearing aid with the TV on, or even just when you’re pottering around. Some noises may seem a lot crisper like the sound of running water, or someone mooching around upstairs, yet other sounds may be loud and harsh on your ears to begin with. It is always worth bearing in mind that it will take your ears and brain time to adjust to this new, clearer hearing.
Now you have the appropriate apparatus to hear clearly, you may find that you have to retrain your brain to interpret the sounds being heard. You can do this yourself at home, or you can get a LACE training disc. LACE stands for Listening and Communication Enhancement and is a training disc that you can complete in the comfort of your own home to train your brain to listen and interpret the new sounds you are experiencing.
Adjusting to the physical aspects of hearing aids Cambridge should be discussed with your consultant here at Hearing Healthcare Centre. We are a friendly team and appreciate that you may have queries or concerns regarding your new disability aids. If you would like further information, feel free to get in touch on 01223 360 700.
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August 15th, 2011
Hearing loss is a common condition for many British citizens, and has led to a development in the various styles and types of hearing aids currently available in the market. If you are struggling to choose a hearing aid then we are here to help you at the Hearing Healthcare Centre. We have a vast amount of experience in the industry, and as such we appreciate how difficult it is to choose between the various hearing aids Cambridge available. To assist you with your choice, we have decided to guide you through the process of finding the right hearing aid.
Technology has come on leaps and bounds, and although you may not have thought about it, this has drastically altered the quality and variety of hearing and disability aids available.
The first step to finding the perfect hearing aid is to have a hearing test. You can come and visit us at the Hearing Healthcare Centre and we will perform a comprehensive hearing test. This is essential in order to identify whether or not you are suffering with hearing loss, and to discover whether there is an underlying reason or if it is a natural occurrence. This is important, as if there is an underlying health problem, we can advise you on the best course of action and whether there is any treatment available.
Once you have established that you need a hearing aid, you will then need to discern what type of hearing aid would best suit you. You can contact Hearing Healthcare Centre, as we are always happy to assist you in this process. There are lots of options to choose from, which can make it difficult to choose one. We will discuss with you the various types available, and fit them so that you grasp how they will suit you in the long run.
If you are struggling to find hearing aids Cambridge which fit snuggly into your ear and lifestyle, then contact Hearing Healthcare Centre today. We have the expertise and the experience to be able to help you with your decision. Contact us on 01223 360 700 to book an appointment.
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July 20th, 2011
As we age there’s a distinct possibility that our hearing ability will start to decline, and the everyday conversations we were once able to have with friends and family will become harder, as we struggle to hear what is being said. Not only can a decline in hearing be upsetting and frustrating, but it can also become a safety issue if we don’t seek help. Fortunately, here at the Hearing Healthcare Centre we’re able to provide a range of hearing aids Peterborough to ensure that your hearing remains one of your strongest senses.
Our professional and friendly team are committed to providing a dedicated service which starts with a consultation with one of our experienced team, helping us to understand your needs and requirements. This dedication to providing a first class service has seen us become one of the leading hearing aid specialists throughout the Peterborough area for the last fifty years.
As with all disability aids it’s understandable that you’ll only want the best; and when visiting us here at the Hearing Healthcare Centre you’ll be guaranteed to get this, as we only stock devices manufactured by the leading brands, including:
• Phonak – Whether you’re after a hearing aid or a listening device produced by Phonak, through us you’re guaranteed to be able to find it. Phonak have become renowned for their innovativeness and quality
• Widex – These manufacturers produced the first digital hearing aid and throughout their time in the industry have become one of the leading manufacturers
• Oticon – These particular award winning hearing aids are used around the world, and are renowned for their reliability, performance and style
Along with providing the hearing aids Peterborough, our friendly and professional team can provide hearing protection advice and tinnitus treatment, allowing you to enjoy your hearing at its best. For more information about any of the services we provide, please contact us via 01733 392910.
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June 16th, 2011
Hearing loss is a common problem, yet identifying the signs early on can be difficult when you do not know what you are looking for. As professionals, the team here at the Hearing Healthcare Centre, have decided to offer invaluable advice on how to spot the warning signs of loss of hearing. These signs should be an indication of whether to have a hearing test Cambridge, as hearing loss demands the medical attention of a professional, to truly identify if you are experiencing this.
If you experience any of the following symptoms then a hearing test needs to be booked with a medical hearing specialist. These signs do not definitively mean that you have loss of hearing.
1.) Do you have trouble hearing people on the telephone? Have you turned up the volume on your phone in order to compensate for your inability to hear clearly?
2.) Has your family complained that you have the TV or radio is too loud? If so, this could be a sign that you are struggling to hear.
3.) When having a conversation, do you find it difficult to hear what is being said when two or more people are speaking at any one time?
4.) Do you struggle to hear women and children clearly? The inability to hear higher frequencies is one of the first signs of hearing deterioration.
5.) Do you have ringing or buzzing in your ear? This could be a sign of tinnitus and indicates that there is a problem regarding your hearing.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms then you should contact a hearing specialist immediately. Your physical health is very important, and you should seek professional support for all medical conditions you have, whether this be from chiropractor, dentist or hearing specialist. Spotting the problem early on could give you a better standard of living and potentially prevent the problem from progressing further. For a hearing test Cambridge contact the team at Hearing Healthcare Centre on 01223 360 700.
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