Earwax, or cerumen, is your body’s natural way of protecting and cleaning the ear canal. It traps dust, bacteria, and other particles, keeping them from reaching the eardrum. In most cases, earwax moves out of the ear on its own through natural jaw movements like talking and chewing. Sometimes, though, earwax doesn’t clear properly [...]
Whether you've recently experienced acute dizziness or vertigo or have been battling these symptoms for an extended period, seeking help is essential. At Lakeside Hearing, Balance, and Tinnitus, our experienced team of vestibular audiologists understands the complexity of these symptoms and can provide the assistance you need. We offer objective audio-vestibular testing and tailored [...]
Selective hearing isn't just about tuning out your mom's request to clean your room – it's a complex process involving your ears and brain working together. Have you ever struggled to hear conversations in a crowded or noisy place? Maybe it's a dinner with friends at a bustling restaurant, and you're straining to keep [...]
Living with a vestibular disorder can profoundly impact a person's life in various ways. The vestibular system plays a crucial role in core functioning. When it becomes damaged or diseased, it affects how one feels and their ability to carry out day-to-day activities smoothly. Whether diagnosed or undiagnosed, individuals dealing with dizziness and related [...]
Did you know that earwax buildup can not only be a nuisance, uncomfortable, and, dare we say, smelly, but it can even cause tinnitus? However, it's essential to understand the connection between earwax and tinnitus and whether methods of earwax removal can exacerbate this condition. While tinnitus has multiple causes, some individuals find it [...]
A recent study commissioned by Sennheiser found that wearing assistive hearing devices can be socially embarrassing for 1 in 3 individuals aged 45 to 70. In contrast, only 1 in 10 people feel the same about wearing glasses. This blog post aims to shed light on the stigma surrounding assistive hearing devices and explore [...]
Many clients call to discuss "Frenzel tests" in Kelowna if they've been experiencing vestibular issues such as dizziness or imbalance. Frenzel Goggles have been around since the 1950s and Infrared Video Goggles, sometimes referred to as "Video Frenzel Goggles", have been used in research and clinical practices since the 1970s. Whether using Frenzel Google [...]
The human ear consists of three parts that work in harmony to process sounds: the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. Part of the inner ear, called the cochlea, contains tiny, delicate hair cells. These hair cells help send sound messages to the brain and can be damaged from a one-time [...]
Tinnitus refers to the perception of sounds in the ear that aren’t coming from the external environment. They may sound like a buzzing, pulsing, clicking, hissing, roaring, rushing or, most commonly, ringing. Other people cannot hear most tinnitus sounds. This is called subjective tinnitus. Objective tinnitus is uncommon and defined as a sound that arises from [...]
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