How Do You Treat a Hearing Loss? A Comprehensive Guide
If you or a loved one has been struggling with hearing loss challenges, there are plenty of options for treating your ears—but sometimes, it feels confusing given how many options there are. With dozens of hearing aid models, apps, and websites that all attempt to...
How Untreated Hearing Loss Affects Your Balance
Did you know that one of the leading causes of injuries—and sometimes even fatal injuries—in American adults is falling? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls caused over 36,000 deaths in 2020 for adults ages 65 and older – and...
2023 Hear for the Holidays Giveaway — Announcing Our Winner
One of our favorite holiday traditions here at Utah Ear Institute is our Hear for the Holidays giveaway. If you’re not familiar with the Hear for the Holidays giveaway, it’s our way of giving back to our community by gifting a pair of hearing aids and personalized...
Things I Learned from Harold Pergler, the Audiologist of Bountiful
As a doctoral student at the University of Utah, I was able to learn firsthand from a great man and well-versed audiologist on how to successfully take care of people’s well-being through treatment of their hearing and communication difficulties. Harold Pergler was...
Comprehensive Understanding of Middle Ear Tests: Audiometry, Tympanometry, Acoustic Reflex, and OAEs
At Utah Ear Institute, we prioritize a thorough evaluation of hearing health, which includes an array of specialized tests focused on the middle ear. These tests—audiometry, tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, and otoacoustic emission testing—are integral in...
Celebrate the Season of Giving with Hear for the Holidays 2023
As the leaves turn golden and the festive spirit begins to light up Utah, a special kind of excitement bubbles at the Utah Ear Institute. It's time for the annual Hear for the Holidays giveaway, a tradition that embodies the heart of our community-centered mission.The...
A Groundbreaking Study Explores the Connection Between Auditory Function and the Risk of Falling
If you’re delving into this post, you're likely in search of answers or a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between auditory function and safety concerns, particularly the risk of falls. Staying updated with the latest findings on hearing loss is...
Unsteady Ground: The Hidden Struggles of Balance and Dizziness Among Seniors
As we age we face many challenges, and the increase in dizziness and imbalance is one of the most prominent. Affecting a large percentage of the older generation, balance issues can increase the risk of falling. As falls are a significant cause of injury,...
When Chewing Sounds Make You Want to Flip the Dinner Table: Understanding and Treating Misophonia
Imagine sitting at a dinner table for a lovely meal. The atmosphere is jovial, but then the chewing, slurping, or gnashing starts. And suddenly, everything feels off balance. If you've been through this roller coaster of emotions triggered by specific sounds, you may...
Understanding the Investment in Hearing Aids | Utah’s Trusted Hearing Care Experts Explain
If you're viewing this page, it's quite possible you're contemplating one of the most common questions we encounter at the Utah Ear Institute: 'How much are hearing aids?' A price tag on the investment in hearing aids can seem elusive since most hearing clinics, ours...