My mother had hearing loss, and I understand the importance of treating it early. Since it runs in my family, what signs should I watch for?

Posted on September 8, 2020, by Thigpen Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Care, Hearing Health, Hearing Loss

Question: My mother had hearing loss, and I understand the importance of treating it early. Since it runs in my family, what signs should I watch for? Answer: Hearing loss is usually gradual. Therefore, it is easy to be unaware...

Medicare Appointment Hearing Test

Posted on January 22, 2020, by Thigpen Hearing Center // Posted in Audiologist, Hearing, Hearing Care, Hearing Health

Question: My primary care physician recommends a hearing test at my initial Medicare appointment. Why does he do this if I have no complaints about my hearing yet? Answer: At that initial Medicare exam your physician is setting up...

Better Hearing in 2020

Posted on January 8, 2020, by Thigpen Hearing Center // Posted in Audiologist, Hearing, Hearing Care, Hearing Health

Question: I plan to start 2020 by taking better care of all of me. What do I need to do to take care of my ears and hearing? Answer: Kudos to you for wanting to remain healthy and alert...

Why Should You Bring a Companion?

Posted on June 15, 2019, by Thigpen Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss

We provide you with seven reasons you should bring a companion to your appointment. Not only does it help you, but it helps us too!

Online Hearing Tests: Can They Help?

Posted on December 15, 2018, by Thigpen Hearing Center // Posted in Hearing Care, Hearing Loss

Several online or app-based home hearing tests have been developed. Researchers have been studying how well work compared to a professional hearing test.