Lindsay Ear Clinic

11/13/2025

TESTING FOR PERMANENT HEARING LOSS

Hearing involves a series of steps that convert sound waves into electrical signals to be read by the brain. Sound moves from the outer ear, to the middle ear and eardrum, to tiny bones that vibrate, to tiny hair cells inside the cochlea where electrical signals are created. From there the auditory nerve carries the signals to the brain for interpretation. When hearing loss happens, there’s a problem with one of these steps. Different hearing tests are designed to isolate the place where hearing loss is happening, the severity, and the type. Audiometry tests measure your hearing threshold at various frequencies to identify the degree and type of hearing loss. They are recommended for identifying permanent hearing loss.

The first step toward better hearing is recognizing that a hearing problem exists. Having a hearing test is the second step. When the first signs appear — repeatedly adjusting the volume control, frequently misunderstanding what is being said, and asking people to repeat themselves, — please call us at LINDSAY EAR CLINIC. We have the answers to many of the questions you’ll probably have regarding your hearing impairment. From comprehensive, knowledgeable advice to custom fittings to follow-up care from an audiologist, you can rely on us.

P.S. Pure-tone tests and speech discrimination tests are two types of audiometry testing that identify and measure permanent hearing loss.

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who served and continue to serve.
Their courage and commitment will never be forgotten.

— From all of us at Lindsay Ear Clinic

11/10/2025

👂 Noticing the Signs?

If you often ask people to repeat themselves, turn up the TV, struggle to hear in noisy places, or feel like everyone’s mumbling — it might be time to check your hearing.

Call today to book your FREE hearing test and meet with our friendly Audiologist.
We’ll help you hear clearly and stay connected to what matters most. 💙

📞 Call today to book your appointment!

11/08/2025

11/07/2025

It’s Friday, and here’s your friendly reminder: You did your best this week! Take a deep breath, celebrate the wins (even the tiny ones), and head into the weekend proud of yourself. ❤️

✨ You’ve got this.

11/06/2025

Listening Well Is a Game Changer🏅

Whether you're on the field, the court, or the track, good hearing keeps you sharp, connected, and in control. From hearing your coach’s call to reacting to your teammates and surroundings, listening well can elevate the game!

Today’s hearing aids do more than just amplify sound, they help you focus, filter background noise, and stay in the moment when it counts most.

Want to learn more? Give us a call at (705) 340-5050 today!

11/05/2025

🧠 Your Hearing Matters More Than You Think!

Did you know that taking care of your hearing can help protect your brain?
Research shows a powerful link between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline — and we’re here to help you stay sharp, social, and connected!

Here are the 5 ways hearing health supports your brain:
1️⃣ Reduced Brain Stimulation
2️⃣ Cognitive Overload
3️⃣ Social Isolation
4️⃣ Communication Breakdown
5️⃣ Prevention & Early Intervention

👩‍⚕️ At Lindsay Ear Clinic, we believe healthy hearing is the key to healthy aging.
If it’s been a while since your last hearing test, now’s the perfect time to check in!

📞 Call us today to book your appointment: 705-340-5050

11/04/2025

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month🩵

Did you know that diabetes doesn’t just affect your blood sugar, it can also impact your hearing health? Studies shows that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes compared to those who do not have diabetes. If you or someone you love has diabetes, make hearing checks part of your regular health routine. Small steps make a big difference!

11/04/2025

THE BEST HEARING AID FOR TINNITUS

Although tinnitus and hearing loss are not the same thing, they seem to go hand in hand. Ninety percent of people with tinnitus also have some degree of hearing loss. Supplementing the reception and perception of external noise with hearing aids can provide some relief from tinnitus while improving lost hearing at the same time. Hearing aids manage tinnitus by helping it blend into the other sounds we hear until it becomes unnoticeable. Many newer hearing aids come with supplemental sound masking features, such as white noise played directly into the ears to help mask tinnitus. Open-fit hearing aid designs promote the increased perception of ambient sound and tend to be a better choice for many people with tinnitus.

At LINDSAY EAR CLINIC, one of our most important jobs is keeping up-to-date on the latest technological advances in hearing devices. If it has been determined that a hearing instrument will be of benefit to you for either tinnitus or hearing loss, let us help in the selection of the one that is right for your hearing loss and your lifestyle. We carry a full range of hearing instruments to ensure the most appropriate match between device and wearer. Our testing equipment is state-of-the-art, and we welcome you and everyone in your family to come see us for an evaluation.

P.S. Cochlear implants, normally used to increase hearing ability in people with advanced hearing loss or deafness, can help alleviate the symptoms of tinnitus.

11/03/2025

Relaxation is essential for your health, and your hearing! 🧘‍♀️

A calmer lifestyle helps reduce stress, which may support your well-being and ease symptoms of conditions like tinnitus!

💬 Comment below with your favorite way to relax, you might just inspire someone today!

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