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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | August 10, 2023 | 0 Comments | General Health |
Curious about over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices? Here are answers to some common questions we get about them at our practice. Do I need a prescription for OTC devices? No, you can buy them without a prescription or a hearing exam. Are OTC devices for everybody? OTC devices are only for adults 18 and older with […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | June 29, 2023 | 0 Comments | General Health |
You may be a pro at picking the perfect destination for your next adventure, but what about navigating the ins and outs of air travel with your hearing devices? Follow these tips for flying with hearing devices to ensure you and your trusty traveling device companions have a safe, enjoyable trip. Pack Your Device Accessories—Make […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | February 8, 2023 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
Many people experience a persistent ringing in their ears. This common affliction is known as tinnitus, which affects 30 million Americans.1 Tinnitus is the perception of sound when none is occurring. For some, it is a minor nuisance. But for others, it is a major impediment to their quality of life. Tinnitus isn’t a disease […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | December 6, 2022 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
Fatigue & Hearing Loss Hearing loss has been linked to a number of physical, social and psychological conditions, including dementia, diabetes, anxiety, depression and social withdrawal. One of its lesser-known side effects is fatigue. If you have been feeling more tired than usual lately and have hearing loss, there may be a correlation between the […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | May 18, 2022 | 0 Comments | General Health |
To maximize the benefits you receive from wearing hearing devices, follow these hearing health and maintenance guidelines. Maintaining Your Hearing Health 1. We recommend you have an audiogram every two years to determine if your hearing devices should be reprogrammed to compensate for any additional loss. 2. Wear your hearing devices daily to allow your […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | February 8, 2022 | 0 Comments | General Health |
It’s February, so get ready to focus on chocolate, roses, heart-shaped cards—and heart health? Widely known as the month where Valentine’s Day falls, February is also American Heart Month, which makes it a great time to explore the importance of good heart health and its role in preventing hearing loss. Hearing involves several parts of […]
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Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. | May 22, 2021 | 0 Comments | Audiology |
The difference between medical and retail hearing care Today’s hearing care landscape is crowded. Hearing aid retailers, big-box stores like Costco and over-the-counter hearing device makers alike all claim that they can effectively treat hearing loss without an audiologist. But can they? Fort Healthcare Audiology follows a medical model, meaning you can trust that you […]
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