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How Auditory Function Can Impact Fall Risk | AVI New England Explains
When it comes to your health, knowing all the associated risks can help you in the long run. A study was recently published in the Journal of the Academy of Audiology looking at the roles of cognitive, vestibular, and auditory functions. We believe it is important...

Tonic Tensor Tympani Syndrome
Are you noticing a clicking, thumping, or buzzing sound in your ears? Do you also happen to feel stressed or anxious? If so, you could be experiencing tonic tensor tympani syndrome. If you’ve never heard of this condition, you’re not alone. Tonic tensor tympani...

Starkey Leads the Way in Delivering Hearing Aid Solutions With AI Technology
"Genesis AI hearing aids are designed to mimic the cerebral cortex of your brain in order to quickly and accurately ‘fill in’ the gaps when your hearing is impaired.”Artificial intelligence (AI) is among the hottest topics in all sectors of society today. What impact...

Decoding the Investment in Hearing Aids | New England’s Trusted Hearing Care Experts Explain
If you've navigated to this page, it's highly probable you're seeking clarity on a common question we encounter at AVI New England: “How much are hearing aids?” You may have noticed that most hearing care clinics, including ours, don't openly display their prices. ...

Oticon REAL Is Designed to Match Your Lifestyle
“With better access to your sound environment, your brain takes advantage of improved speech sounds and exceptional speech clarity, allowing you to follow conversations with improved awareness, focus, and control.”If you’re like many people with hearing challenges, a...

Everything You Need to Know About Waterproof Hearing Aids
I hear from patients all the time about how frustrating it can be to have to remove hearing aids whenever they want to take a shower or go swimming. With waterproof hearing aids, however, they can enjoy these activities without the hassle of constantly removing and...

ReSound Omnia Hearing Aids Give You a More Natural Hearing Experience
Omnia’s Organic Hearing design involves harmonizing nature with science in order to deliver hearing solutions that fit your life, instead of requiring you to fit your life around your hearing challenges.We understand that your parents and grandparents struggled with...

The Importance of Recognizing and Addressing Under-Reported Hearing Loss in Older Adults
At AVI New England, we believe that better hearing leads to a better quality of life. A recent study published in the International Journal of Audiology has highlighted the extent of unaddressed hearing loss among older adults, particularly in certain demographic...

Misophonia vs. Hyperacusis—How to Treat Sound Sensitivity
Sound sensitivity conditions affect a large number of people and can have a significant impact on their daily lives. These conditions can be particularly challenging for those with hearing loss, as they can be difficult to diagnose and often require specialized...

Can Oticon Help Improve Your Hearing?
A large part of my duty to residents of New England is ensuring you have access to the latest technology. Many companies make hearing aids, but they are not all created equal. Here’s an in-depth look at Oticon, one of the largest hearing aid companies in the world....