How Manufacturing Workers Can Lower Their Risk of Tinnitus
The CDC estimates that 11% of manufacturing workers have tinnitus.[1] The symptom manifests as a ringing, buzzing, humming, pulsing or clicking noise in the ear that the patient can’t attribute to an external source. Tinnitus often stems from hearing damage. Your brain is used to hearing a certain amount of noise, which hearing loss can…
The Effects of Long-Term Acid Reflux
Many people are familiar with acid reflux. Maybe you had one too many lattes from the Nolan River Coffee House, or you took a new medication with a reflux side effect. The good news is that, while it’s uncomfortable, a few minutes of acid reflux isn’t likely to cause any permanent damage. However, the longer…
How To Prevent and Treat Swimmer’s Ear This Summer
Spending the day at Splash Station or driving to Cleburne State Park for a lake day are popular summer activities for a reason; they’re fun ways to beat the summer heat. If you predict a lot of swimming days in your future, take a look at our tips for preventing and treating a common outer…
Daily Habits That Can Impact Ear Health
Your ears bring you music, the sound of your friend’s voice over lattes at Nolan River Coffee House and the dialogue from your favorite TV show. Despite all they do, many people forget the importance of proper ear care. Let’s look at a few common habits people have that can harm their ears and how…
How Are Hearing Loss and Arthritis Connected?
Arthritis is a common condition that causes joint inflammation, pain and stiffness. While the condition is best known for affecting places like the hands, wrists and knees, some research suggests that it may also impact your hearing. There are two main explanations for the possible connection: direct damage from arthritis and damage caused by the…
Managing Ear Pressure While Hiking
The National Park Service reported 323 million recreation visits in 2025.[1] Texas is lucky enough to enjoy two beautiful national parks: Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains. If you’re planning a summer trip to the stunning Emory Peak—reaching 7,825 ft in elevation—in Big Bend or one of Guadalupe Mountain’s many trails, remember to keep an eye…
Celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month This May
Spring has a lot of upsides, from the warmer weather and the blooming flowers in Hulen Park to Mother’s Day and, popular in audiology circles, National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. If you’ve never participated in the month before, take a look at three ways we recommend you celebrate National Speech-Language-Hearing Month this May. Learn About Hearing Loss…
Understanding the Basics of Ear Care
Many of us have tried to remove earwax at some point. What few people know, however, is that earwax is supposed to be in your ears. The sticky, brown or yellow substance is a powerful protective tool that cleans the ear canal and traps dirt and bacteria before they can enter your system. Not only…
Protecting Your Sinuses During Springtime
Spring is officially upon us. That means that we get to enjoy warmer weather, blossoming flowers, big fields of happy grass and the sound of wind rushing through the leafy trees in Cleburne State Park. If you have spring allergies, however, there’s one more aspect of the season you might not be looking forward to…
Tips To Get Used to Your First Hearing Aids
An estimated 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids. The benefits of these small yet technologically advanced devices are wide-ranging, from easier communication with others to greater environmental awareness. If you’re about to get your first hearing aids, let’s look at a few tips for acclimating to them effectively. Go Slow Many people…