Arkona Hearing Clinic
7335 Arkona Road Arkona, ON N0M 1B0 Arkona, ON, Canada

Tinnitus ..... not music to your ears

Through the remainder of the provincial shutdown, Arkona Hearing Clinic is open (by appointment only) for essential hearing healthcare services (full COVID screening protocols in place). Curbside service for hearing aid maintenance and battery pickup is also available. Please call to arrange. 519-518-4327.

If you ever come across a hearing aid on the ground, in a parking lot, on the sidewalk, or the grass and are not sure whose it is, you can always contact us. We can usually trace who it belongs to, and then clean and check and return the lost hearing aid.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svLFU-uAIms Many of my patients are enjoying the freedom of hands-free calling. Whether you have Android, iPhone, or even a Bluetooth compatible flip phone, ask us about how Unitron hearing aids can be paired to your phone for clear sound directly in your ears!

Trying to understand what people wearing masks are saying can be very difficult. This may be revealing an existing hearing loss. https://livingwithhearingloss.com//has-covid-19-unmasked-/

New hearing aid technology from Resound - available now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWiY01ro0Rk&feature=youtu.be

A big congratulations to my brother Mark. Many years in practice, many innovations, many eyes looked into, and many people seeing clearly because of him. Happy retirement!

A patient came in today and said he couldn't hear in his left ear. I said "Are you sure?' and he said "Yes I'm definite" . . . .... .

No one will think you're unusual for wearing a hearing aid. Even LEGO minifigures have them now! When asked what prompted the minifigure with hearing loss, LEGO said they understand the importance of representation in toys. They want every one of their fans to imagine themselves as part of the action. We are committed to developing our LEGO City sets in a way that ensures they are representative of the world in which children are living, LEGO says. Therefore, we will continue to include minifigures that portray people with diverse ages, professions, genders, and characteristics.

If youre experiencing challenges hearing, were here to help! Reach out to us for answers to your questions about hearing, and book a hearing assessment, today! Phone: 519-518-4327 Email: [email protected]... #Hearing #HearingTip #HearingWIthMasks #HearinginIsolation

Did you know most current generation hearing aids can connect to your smartphone via a free app? There are some emerging creative ideas like this timely one from Signia. Pressing "Mask Mode" helps counteract the muffling effect of face masks so voices sound clearer in your hearing aids.

...and without them what would hold our face masks :) and glasses! https://www.bbc.co.uk//why-our-ears-are-unique-an/p08hzsw8

Our clinic is OPEN and were ready to see you! Increased sanitization measures Spacing between appointments Physical distancing wherever possible... Use of personal protective equipment Contact us for more info! Phone: 519-518-4327 ....And the foot clinic is open now as well!

A few things to remember when wearing a mask. If you wear behind-the-ear style hearing aids, there is an increased chance they will become dislodged, and lost especially when removing the mask. Be aware and use extra care. Also if you are wearing a mask and talking with someone who has hearing trouble, please speak extra clearly to counteract the "muffling" properties of the mask on your voice. Stay safe! Be kind!

Just a reminder to let you know that even throughout this closure, we are able to help you with your hearing needs. We are checking messages daily, and are arranging drop offs / pick ups for hearing aid repairs, batteries and other supplies, as well as urgent care appointments. Looking forward to seeing you all in person again in the near future :)

Stuck at home looking for something educational and entertaining for the kids (and grown-ups!) to watch? Why not learn about how we hear sound. Besides being one of my favourite topics, sound is also part of Ontarios grade 4 science curriculum. https://thekidshouldseethis.com//the-science-of-hearing-te

In light of the COVID-19 situation, we are following the recommendations of public health officials, and closing the clinic for routine appointments. If you have a scheduled appointment in the month of March with us, you will receive a call over the next few days. The clinic will be open at significantly reduced hours for emergency appointments, hearing aid repairs, and hearing aid batteries. Please call before you come. 519-518-4327 The Arkona Foot Clinic is also closed for all but emergency appointments at the direction of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. Please call 519-828-3192 Thank you for your patience and understanding.

https://www.cbc.ca//everyday-sounds-could-be-damaging-your

Ear wax. Its a good thing. Until its not! Ears plugged? We can remove your problem wax and get your ears hearing and feeling better. Call 519-518-4327. https://www.starkey.com//03/how-to-properly-clean-your-ears

Two of the most popular hearing aid form factors: Completely in Canal (CIC) or Receiver in the Ear (RIE). Each has its own advantages depending on the wearer. Curious which would be best for you? Let us help you decide.

Wishing you happy holidays this Christmas season! The clinic will be open Dec 30th and 31st, and again on Jan 3rd. Regular hours resume Jan 6th.

Understanding how the brain processes many sounds at once is a very complex science, and Western University in London is working on it! https://lfpress.com//western-studying-how-brain-deciphers-

Is noise level a factor in what restaurant you choose? https://www.cbc.ca//restaurant-noise-health-marketplace-1.

We have a few appointment spots still open for our Starkey Demo event Tues Nov 12th. A great opportunity to see and hear the latest hearing technology in person and at no charge. Call or message to reserve your place!

See you Friday in Forest!

See you in Parkhill Thursday!

See you tomorrow in Watford!

Its been 50 years since Woodstock. Learn about the "Woodstock Generation" and hearing loss. https://www.oticon.com//the-woodstock-generation-and-heari

Not sure if this is scientifically accurate but ......

Want to get the most out of your hearing aid batteries? Here are some helpful tips... https://www.starkey.com//Hearing-aid-batteries-longer-life

I called the tinnitus helpline today. No answer. It just kept ringing. :)I called the tinnitus helpline today. No answer. It just kept ringing. :)

Hearing aids that also do fitness tracking, heart rate measurement, fall detection, language translation, and voice to text transcription .... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyq12vdaTJI

Fascinating photo of a human cochlea, taken by a scientist, Ronald Pouyo, from the University of Liege, Belgium. The picture is called "Spiral of Sound." Pouyo wrote: "This is a picture of a cochlea I dissected and labelled by immunohistochemistry. After that the cochlea was clarified and the picture was taken with a Light-sheet microscope. The inner ear shelters the cochlea, a spiral of cells whose role is to capture the air vibration through the hair cells (labelled in red...). These unique cells convert sounds into electrical signals that are relayed to the brain via the neuronal fibers (labelled in green). All the other cell nuclei are labelled in blue. I consider myself lucky to be able to work on such a beautiful and complex structure, which has yet to be fully understood." Source: https://lnkd.in/gYbx9iS

Ears are amazing! https://www.signiausa.com/blog/fun-facts-about-hearing-1/

Unitrons new Discover line of hearing aids: Natural sound - Rechargeable - Smartphone streaming - Available at Arkona Hearing Clinic.

Did you know Glen Teeple is a member of the Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario (AHIP). For information on what AHIP does, check out http://helpmehear.ca/

Its here! Be sure to take in this great event!

Only a few weeks away until the Lambton Film and Food Festival in Forest. Tickets are now available for movies, wine tastings, and dinners out. http://forestfestivals.ca/prod/lambton-film-and-food-2019/

Can you identify these retro technology sounds? https://www.cbc.ca//quiz-can-you-name-these-nostalgic-soun

If you are in Parkhill this Wednesday (Apr 17th), drop by McIntrye Pharmacy anytime from 10:00 - 3:00 for your free hearing screening - quick and convenient.

If you are in Watford this Tuesday (Apr 9th), drop by McLaren Pharmacy anytime from 10:00 - 3:00 for your free hearing screening - quick and convenient.

If you are in Forest this Thursday (Mar 28th), drop by Forest Natural Remedies and Home Health Care (just down from Pharmasave) from 10:00 - 3:00 for your free hearing screening - quick and convenient.

Did you know most hearing aid manufacturers now offer rechargeable solutions? Instead of weekly changing tiny batteries, just place the hearing aids in the charger at night and they are good to go for (more than) a full day. Contact us for more information.

For those who make their living in music, hearing loss can be life changing in many ways. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Czuacb4l_g

Book ideas! https://www.cbc.ca//three-picture-books-about-deaf-or-hard

Adam Savage from Mythbusters ends his Top Ten favourite things from 2018 talking about how his new hearing aids have really changed his life for the better! (that part starts at 8:10 in) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N2HqCdsSGM&feature=youtu.be

Ear infections are quite common in young children. This article explains what to watch for and when to seek treatment. https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/ear_infections