Shruti Speech & Hearing Clinic - Hearing Aid Center

31/07/2025

Early detection of hearing loss is crucial for preserving cognitive health and improving overall quality of life due to several interconnected reasons:
Impact on Cognitive Health
* Reduced Cognitive Load: When someone has untreated hearing loss, their brain has to work significantly harder to process sounds and understand speech. This constant "straining to hear" consumes a large amount of cognitive resources that would otherwise be available for other vital brain functions like memory, attention, and problem-solving. By detecting and treating hearing loss early (e.g., with hearing aids), this cognitive load is reduced, freeing up the brain to function more efficiently and potentially mitigating cognitive decline.
* Maintaining Brain Stimulation: Our auditory system plays a vital role in stimulating various parts of the brain. When hearing is impaired, the brain receives less auditory input, leading to a phenomenon called "auditory deprivation." This lack of stimulation can cause parts of the brain responsible for hearing, language, and memory to atrophy or shrink faster. Early intervention helps maintain proper auditory input, keeping the brain actively engaged and preserving neural pathways.
* Preventing Social Isolation and its Cognitive Effects: Hearing loss often leads to communication difficulties, making social interactions frustrating and exhausting. This can cause individuals to withdraw from social activities, leading to social isolation and loneliness. Social engagement and intellectual stimulation are vital for maintaining cognitive health. Isolation can contribute to a faster rate of cognitive decline and increase the risk of dementia, depression, and anxiety. Early detection and treatment allow individuals to maintain their social connections and participate fully in conversations and activities, providing essential cognitive stimulation.
* Reduced Risk of Dementia: Numerous studies have shown a strong link between untreated hearing loss and an increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Hearing loss is considered one of the most significant modifiable risk factors for dementia, especially when identified and addressed in mid-life. While the exact mechanisms are still being researched, the cognitive load theory and the social isolation hypothesis are leading explanations. Early intervention with hearing devices may help reduce this risk.
Impact on Quality of Life
* Improved Communication and Relationships: The most immediate and apparent benefit of addressing hearing loss is improved communication. Being able to hear and understand conversations more easily strengthens personal and professional relationships, reduces misunderstandings, and fosters a sense of connection.
* Enhanced Social Engagement: Untreated hearing loss can lead to feelings of frustration, embarrassment, and withdrawal from social situations. Early detection and intervention enable individuals to participate confidently in social gatherings, group conversations, and daily activities, preventing isolation and fostering a more active and fulfilling social life.
* Better Emotional Well-being: The struggle and isolation associated with untreated hearing loss can lead to negative emotional states, including anxiety, depression, anger, and a diminished sense of self-worth. By restoring hearing, individuals often experience a significant boost in confidence, a reduction in stress, and an overall improvement in mood and psychological well-being.
* Increased Safety and Independence: Hearing loss can compromise safety by making it difficult to hear important environmental cues like alarms, sirens, doorbells, or approaching vehicles. This can increase the risk of accidents and falls. Early treatment improves situational awareness, contributing to greater independence and safety in daily life.
* Easier Adaptation to Hearing Aids/Devices: When hearing loss is detected early, it is often milder, making the adjustment to hearing aids or other assistive devices easier and more successful. Individuals can adapt more seamlessly to the new sounds and sensations, leading to higher satisfaction and consistent use of their devices, which in turn maximizes the benefits for both cognitive health and quality of life.
In essence, early detection and management of hearing loss allow the brain to function optimally, maintain social connections, and prevent a cascade of negative effects that can significantly diminish both cognitive abilities and overall well-being.

31/05/2025

The Phonak Audéo Sphere Infinio is a significant advancement in hearing aid technology, launched by Phonak (part of the Sonova Group) in August/September 2024. It's particularly notable for its integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a dual-chip system designed to enhance speech clarity, especially in noisy environments.
Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:
Key Features & Technology:
* Dual-Chip Technology: The Audéo Sphere Infinio is powered by two chips:
* Phonak ERA™: An ultra-responsive chip for general hearing aid functions.
* DEEPSONIC™: The world's first dedicated AI chip for real-time sound processing within a hearing aid. This chip is crucial for its advanced noise reduction and speech separation capabilities.
* Spheric Speech Clarity: This is a hallmark feature, driven by the DEEPSONIC chip. It aims to deliver clear speech from any direction, even in complex and noisy listening situations, by separating unwanted noise from speech. Phonak claims an unprecedented 10dB improvement in Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR).
* Real-Time AI Sound Processing: The AI analyzes sound environments in real-time, adapting and optimizing settings to reduce listening effort and improve speech understanding.
* AutoSense OS™ 6.0: This operating system intelligently adapts to various sound environments, providing optimal gain for speech understanding and listening comfort.
* Rechargeable Lithium-ion Batteries: The hearing aids are rechargeable, offering a full day of use on a single charge. Some users report even longer battery life depending on usage.
* Enhanced Bluetooth Connectivity: It offers universal Bluetooth connectivity for seamless streaming of calls, music, and media from various devices. It supports Bluetooth® (A2DP), Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE), and is Auracast™ Ready. It can connect to up to 8 Bluetooth devices and two simultaneously.
* Hands-Free Calling: Users can make and receive calls without needing to hold their phone, as the hearing aid microphones pick up their voice.
* Tap Controls: Convenient tap controls allow users to activate voice assistants (Siri, Google), accept/end calls, and pause/resume audio.
* ActiveVent™ Receiver: This accessory (with compatible Infinio rechargeable RIC hearing aids) allows for dynamic changes in the ear canal's openness, enhancing music and streamed audio quality by blocking out external sound when desired. (Note: users may perceive a clicking sound when the vent engages/disengages).
* Durability: Swiss-engineered for robustness and water resistance (IP68 rating).
* Phonak App: Allows users to control volume, select programs, and customize settings.
Benefits (as claimed by Phonak and reported by users):
* Exceptional speech clarity in noisy environments, potentially doubling the listening range.
* Reduced listening effort and fatigue.
* Improved hearing performance in diverse soundscapes.
* Seamless connectivity for calls and streaming.
* Comfortable and discreet design (though some users note its slightly larger size due to the advanced technology).
Models and Availability:
The Phonak Audéo Sphere Infinio is a Receiver-In-the-Canal (RIC) style hearing aid. It is available in various technology levels (Premium 90, Advanced 70, Standard 50, Essential 30) and colors.

08/03/2025

This International Women’s Day, let nothing hold you back—not even hearing loss.

Take charge of your hearing, your voice, and your dreams. Because when you hear better, you live bolder!

with Signia.

09/01/2025

06/09/2024

With Unitron India – I just got recognized as one of their rising fans! 🎉

23/08/2024

We're thrilled to mark 60 years of delivering delightful experiences. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to Shruti Speech & Hearing Clinic for their unwavering support towards Unitron India's journey.

Here are a few glimpses from the celebration.

15/08/2024

Hearing aid store in Pimpri Chinchwad

08/06/2024

Did you know that you can wear hearing aids and have all-day wearing comfort, even with glasses? Unitron's Moxi V-RS hearing aids bring exceptional design that deliver everyday comfort. Comment or DM us "moxi" and we'll send you details.

08/06/2024

Using artificial intelligence (AI), Signia Assistant constantly learns about your individual needs in specific situations and offers immediate support whenever you need to adjust the settings of your Signia Intuis 4 BTE. Isn’t that highly convenient?

01/06/2024

The real test of Technology is the ability to deliver the best hearing experience possible, in the world.
2. From impromptu road trips to running into old friends, life requires hearing aids that adjust as fast as your plans.
3. All our hearing aids are designed with a focus on aesthetics, comfort and ease of use.
4. Our state of-the- art hearing aids fully integrate into your clients' digital world, allowing for seamless connectivity.
5. Each listener and each listening situation is unique. Stand out from the crowd with easy-to-use, easy-to-fit innovations.
6. We're crafting hearing experiences so good you can't help but love every moment.
7. We have designed a hearing experience that is easy and personalized because we want you to love the experience.
8. We believe people should feel good about their entire hearing experience start to finish.

23/03/2024

Hearing loss becomes more common as we age. Hearing aids can help you hear better, reduce listening effort, and support healthy aging and maintaining well-being as we age.

13/03/2024