Texoma Living Well Magazine Fall 2015 | Page 23

BrainHearing™ technology: Newest Hearing Solutions Offer Better Hearing and Relief from Tinnitus Helps both ears work together Courtesy Hearcare, Inc. & Associates Coordinates how sound is best understood by your brain T innitus – that ringing, buzzing, whistling or other noises in the ear – can disrupt lives and interfere with the enjoyment of everyday activities. It can be intermittent or constant and some people report that they even hear it in their sleep. “What many people don’t realize is that tinnitus can be an early sign of hearing loss,” says Jill Sheppard, B.S., SLP/ Audiology, LFDHI, of Hearcare Inc., with offices Sherman and Gainesville. “Hearing loss and tinnitus are closely linked. It’s estimated that 90% of tinnitus sufferers experience some degree of noise-induced hearing loss.” Sheppard points out that a justintroduced hearing instrument makes it possible for people with hearing loss to not only hear better but also find relief from tinnitus. New Oticon Alta2 features innovative BrainHearing™ technology that works to preserve as much natural sound and detail as possible so the brain doesn’t have to work as hard to understand what is being said. The result is a clearer, more effortless listening experience that helps preserve energy throughout the day. Hearin