That plugged-up feeling in your ear can make voices sound distant and leave you puzzled when there’s no earwax to blame. At The Hear Care Center in Stuart, FL, audiologist Jami Leventhal, M.A., and licensed hearing aid specialist Walter Jenkins, HAS, BC-HIS, help patients understand what is behind ear fullness and find the right next
Classic head pain is not present in every migraine variant; specifically, a vestibular migraine disrupts vestibular balance, motion tolerance, and spatial navigation. We provide specialized assessments for recurring vertigo to determine if a vestibular migraine or a competing vestibular disorder is responsible. To achieve successful migraine treatment, patients must understand their symptom patterns and report
Experiencing a rapid decline in hearing in a single ear is a distressing event that creates understandable uncertainty. Our audiology clinic offers prompt diagnostic hearing testing and coordinates emergency medical evaluations whenever sudden hearing changes develop. Sudden hearing loss always requires immediate attention from a hearing specialist to explore treatment or hearing rehabilitation when needed.
High-frequency squealing from a hearing aid often begins without warning, creating significant distraction and discomfort until appropriately corrected. Our audiology providers can pinpoint whether the feedback sound results from earmold sizing, impacted earwax, volume settings, worn-out parts, or an internal malfunction. Discover what produces hearing aid feedback and which home-care techniques can resolve simple issues
Following dinner conversations becomes challenging when high ambient noise interferes with your focus and hearing. Our audiology clinic conducts specialized testing to evaluate hearing in both quiet sound booths and noisy simulations to isolate the underlying cause. Once we determine the cause of difficult hearing, we can help you find personalized solutions. Why Everyday Hearing
For mothers and fathers with newborns, learning that their baby has hearing loss often feels deeply disheartening and sad. Yet the optimistic truth is that via rapid screening and support, young children facing auditory deficits will achieve profound developmental success. In fact, such infants can acquire language, communication skills, and strong connections with the world
While many consider cotton swabs handy cleaning devices, placing them in the ear canal disrupts natural clearing and causes physical damage. We assess whether your earwax demands professional intervention and provide customized care strategies that match your clinical profile. Healthy ears rarely require aggressive manual intervention; nevertheless, when blockage develops, we assist patients in safely
Enduring sudden room-spinning sensations when reclining, rolling over, or sitting up can trigger anxiety, especially if the episode starts abruptly. Clinical audiologists offer comprehensive vestibular assessments to verify whether benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is triggering your instability. Knowledgeable clinicians outline the mechanical causes of positional vertigo and apply specialized repositioning protocols to restore daily
Properly fitted hearing aids are constructed to alleviate your particular hearing loss needs. Irrespective of whether you are new to prescription hearing aids or are a veteran wearer, if your hearing aids produce headaches or lingering aches, a clear fix is available. A properly adjusted hearing aid will fit comfortably in your ear and provide
It is incredibly common for individuals to resist getting hearing instruments simply because they dread a bulky appearance or an uncomfortable fit. And that’s completely understandable! In various scenarios, patients expressed fear that wearing an obvious device would cause peers to omit them from casual conversations due to perceived listening limitations. For many people, this
For individuals evaluating advanced auditory technology, the upfront capital required is frequently the first noticeable factor. Varying by technological tiers and clinical customization requirements, modern systems require a wide range of financial commitments. For many patients, this sudden realization can cause hesitation and create an artificial barrier to necessary intervention. Although the retail price is
Is coverage for hearing aids available through Medicare? The simple answer is no. Hearing aids are not covered under Original Medicare. We realize this is disappointing news, and it often comes as a surprise to many of our patients. Fortunately, you have other ways to manage the cost. Supplemental paths like Medicare Advantage, various financing
