{"id":8116,"date":"2023-10-13T02:52:04","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T19:52:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=8116"},"modified":"2023-10-13T02:52:04","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T19:52:04","slug":"how-to-make-hearing-care-part-of-your-daily-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=8116","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Hearing Care Part of Your Daily Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">I<\/span>magine you walk into a crowded restaurant with your family. As soon as you sit down, you have difficulty hearing what they&#8217;re saying to you, thanks to all the background noise around you. And even though the food is great, you end up majorly disappointed over missing out on the conversation during family time.<\/p>\n<p>If this sounds eerily relatable (or like something you definitely <em>don&#8217;t <\/em>want to experience), then it might be time for you to prioritize your hearing care. In the United States alone, about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vitalsigns\/hearingloss\/index.html#:~:text=Hearing%20loss%20is%20the%20third,working%20in%20a%20noisy%20place.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vitalsigns\/hearingloss\/index.html#:~:text=Hearing%20loss%20is%20the%20third,working%20in%20a%20noisy%20place.\">40 million adults<\/a> aged 20 to 69 have noise-induced hearing loss. To put that figure into perspective, it&#8217;s almost double the amount of people who report having diabetes or cancer.<\/p>\n<p>And while it may be easy to shake it off and say your hearing is fine, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vitalsigns\/hearingloss\/index.html#:~:text=Hearing%20loss%20is%20the%20third,working%20in%20a%20noisy%20place.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/vitalsigns\/hearingloss\/index.html#:~:text=Hearing%20loss%20is%20the%20third,working%20in%20a%20noisy%20place.\">one in four U.S. adults<\/a> who report having excellent to good hearing actually already have some form of hearing damage. Why has hearing loss become such a common problem? <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45jnFQz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45jnFQz\">Leslie Soiles, Au.D.,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearinglife.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.hearinglife.com\/\">HearingLife<\/a>&#8216;s chief audiologist, has some insight.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are constantly surrounded by loud noises,&#8221; she says. &#8220;Whether that\u2019s traffic or concerts, many young people are exposing themselves to louder environments. We\u2019re also bringing it into our homes. Earbuds direct sound straight to your ears, closer than ever before, and it has an impact. These practices have led researchers to believe that by 2030, over <a href=\"https:\/\/press.psprings.co.uk\/gh\/november\/bmjgh010501.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/press.psprings.co.uk\/gh\/november\/bmjgh010501.pdf\">1 billion people<\/a> under the age of 35 will have hearing loss.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The first step toward taking your hearing care seriously is scheduling a baseline hearing test (you can book a complimentary assessment at your local <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45o8SEi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45o8SEi\">HearingLife center<\/a>), Dr. Soiles says. From there, you can discuss with your\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">licensed hearing care expert when you should start planning annual hearing tests (but Dr. Soiles recommends no later than age 55). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you really want to take your hearing care to the next level (you can&#8217;t get it back once you lose it, after all!), keep reading for four tips from <\/span>Dr. Soiles on how to make it a part of your daily wellness routine.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Limit exposure to loud environments<\/h2>\n<p>Take a second to think about your weekend plans: Maybe you&#8217;ve got lunch with family, a social gathering to attend, or you&#8217;re seeing a new movie in theaters. One thing all of these things have in common? They&#8217;re usually pretty loud.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Soiles&#8217; number-one tip for prioritizing hearing care is to limit exposure to loud environments as much as possible. But how do you do that without becoming a hermit? Every once in a while, try turning lunch into an <em>al fresco\u00a0<\/em>picnic (bonus: you&#8217;ll save some money too), opt for a smaller gathering where the environment won&#8217;t be as loud, or host a movie night at home with all your favorite snacks within arm&#8217;s reach. This way you&#8217;re not missing out on plans, just tweaking them to better protect your ears.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Wear hearing protection when in loud environments<\/h2>\n<p>If there are some weekend plans you aren&#8217;t willing to give up (think: a football game or a concert), grab a pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/3M-90565-4DC-PS-Pro-Grade-Earmuff\/dp\/B01MXYJ2QP\/ref=asc_df_B01MXYJ2QP\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=312169643509&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=1451476964687107346&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9001989&amp;hvtargid=pla-494864907275&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/3M-90565-4DC-PS-Pro-Grade-Earmuff\/dp\/B01MXYJ2QP\/ref=asc_df_B01MXYJ2QP\/?tag=hyprod-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=312169643509&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=1451476964687107346&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9001989&amp;hvtargid=pla-494864907275&amp;psc=1\">earmuffs<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/us.loopearplugs.com\/products\/experience?variant=42069904359657&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=Multifeeds%20US&amp;utm_content=Experience&amp;currency=USD&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w0__0YDq6glLT3D6Dwmqd83AWNCEYKS2xkxHVNlph5xAmwhaF9SwexBoCEHoQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/us.loopearplugs.com\/products\/experience?variant=42069904359657&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=Multifeeds%20US&amp;utm_content=Experience&amp;currency=USD&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwgsqoBhBNEiwAwe5w0__0YDq6glLT3D6Dwmqd83AWNCEYKS2xkxHVNlph5xAmwhaF9SwexBoCEHoQAvD_BwE\">earplugs<\/a> to help reduce the noise input while still maintaining the quality of the sound.<\/p>\n<p>Even though they might not be the most stylish option, they&#8217;re worth it to protect your ears\u00a0since hearing damage can happen <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nidcd.nih.gov\/health\/hearing-protectors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.nidcd.nih.gov\/health\/hearing-protectors\">instantly<\/a>. &#8220;Our hearing has never been a more significant part of life than it is today,&#8221; Dr. Soiles says. &#8220;It connects us in every way possible. Without it, we lose touch with life and those around us.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2>3. Follow the 60\/60 rule when using headphones<\/h2>\n<p>Headphones and earbuds are a big part of our daily lives. You use them while exercising, commuting, taking Zoom calls, etc. Every time you pump up the volume or wear them for a long time, though, you&#8217;re risking damage to your ears\u2014which can be avoided by following the 60\/60 rule.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;To limit possible damage, HearingLife recommends the 60\/60 rule: Headphones should be used for no more than 60 minutes a day, at 60 percent of their maximum volume,&#8221; Dr. Soiles says. Next time you&#8217;re hitting the gym, just remember to turn down the volume a tad. Your ears will thank you.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Get your hearing checked by a professional<\/h2>\n<p>Many times, it&#8217;s easy to put off heading to the doctor until there&#8217;s a perceptible issue\u2014but when it comes to your hearing care, it&#8217;s important to be proactive about getting your ears checked, since knowing your baseline hearing ability can help alert you if problems do arise.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Having a baseline knowledge of your hearing is important,&#8221; Dr. Soiles says. &#8220;If your doctor notices you are steadily declining, there may be steps you can take to prevent further damage. Similarly, if there is a sudden and sharp decline, there may be underlying causes your doctor will want to know about.&#8221; Luckily, you can schedule a complimentary assessment to determine your baseline at any <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45o8SEi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/45o8SEi\">HearingLife<\/a> office near you.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use our hearing to feel, connect, navigate, communicate and make sense of the world,&#8221; Dr. Soiles says. &#8220;Hearing care and treatment with a professional can be life-changing for those with hearing loss.<\/span>&#8221; Take Dr. Soiles&#8217; advice and start prioritizing hearing care ASAP\u2014it will be well worth it in the long run.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine you walk into a crowded restaurant with your family. 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