HEARING TIPS
Plugged Ear With No Wax in Sight? How to Ease Ear Fullness
A plugged ear can make the people around you sound muffled, and it’s puzzling when no earwax seems to be the cause. At Audiology Specialty Clinic in Sioux Falls, SD, Kristen J. Kaufman, Au.D., CCC-A, and Lindsey R. Koch, Au.D., CCC-A, assess your hearing, evaluate...
Why Do My Hearing Aids Whistle, and How Do I Stop It?
Learn why hearing aids whistle, how to troubleshoot feedback safely, and when a fitting adjustment or professional repair may be necessary.
Understanding Difficulty Hearing in Restaurants and Finding Real Relief
“Learn why hearing in restaurants is difficult and how testing, communication strategies,
and listening technology can improve speech clarity.”
Are Q-Tips Bad for Your Ears? Safe Ways to Remove Earwax
Learn why Q-Tips can damage your ears, which earwax-removal methods are safer, and when a professional should examine or clean your ears.
Why Do I Feel Dizzy When I Lie Down? Understanding BPPV
Learn why lying down triggers BPPV dizziness, when to seek care, how repositioning treatment works, and what may help prevent future episodes.
What Is Driving Headaches From Your Hearing Aids?
Are your hearing aids causing headaches? Learn why improperly fitted devices trigger pain and how professional adjustments can restore comfortable sound.
Navigating an Infant Hearing Test Failure: Your Action Plan
If your newborn failed their hearing test, don’t panic. Learn about the 1-3-6 timeline, hearing aids, and cochlear implants to help your baby thrive.
How Auditory Deficits Fuel Clinical Depression and Persistent Anxiety
Discover how untreated hearing loss can trigger depression, anxiety, and social isolation—and how proper care restores connection and well-being.
Does Ear Shape Dictate Hearing Performance? Uncovering the Science of the Pinna
Does the shape of your outer ear change how you hear? Discover how the unique folds of your auricle act as a built-in geolocation system.
How Loud Is Too Loud? Car Noise and Hearing Loss Risk
Is your vehicle damaging your ears? Learn how convertibles, motorcycles, and daily driving cause hearing loss—and simple ways to protect your hearing.