Hearing Balance Cape Town

12/11/2025

Today, we’re celebrating every ear because all ears are beautiful. 💗

On Microtia Awareness Day, we’re reminded of the power of understanding, compassion, and hearing care for children with microtia.

With the right solutions, children with microtia can thrive and experience life to the fullest.

Gain expert insights from Professor mario zernotti, who shares treatment pathways and key considerations for bone conduction devices in our latest article.

Prof. Mario Zernotti shares surgical and audiological insights on providing care to children with microtia and atresia.

04/11/2025

How long do hearing aids last?

Ahhh… technology: We love it. We’re sometimes frustrated by it. But let’s face it—we all can name at least one techno-gadget that makes life simpler or more enjoyable.

Maybe it’s our car GPS—helping us get to wherever we want to go with a simple tap or voice command. Or our smartphone, that “right hand” that helps keep us in constant communication by allowing us to take calls, have meetings, or answer emails anytime—anywhere.

Or…it might even be our hearing aids. Think about it: The latest devices not only help us hear better, but also stream calls and entertainment, monitor physical activity, and much more.

Like other sleek, cool, and innovative technology, hearing aids eventually run their course—so how long do hearing aids last?

29/10/2025

Bimodal synchronization is only possible with MED-EL cochlear implants.

MED-EL is the only CI manufacturer that equips audiologists with tools to adjust CI maps for both latency and frequency mismatches in bimodal listening.

Here’s what we recommend for optimal fitting:

1. Minimize frequency mismatch on the CI side using OTOPLAN and anatomy-based fitting in MAESTRO.
2. Adjust for latency mismatch between the CI and any hearing aid using this resource:
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23/10/2025

Surgical decompression for Bells’ palsy. A viable option in 2025!

Dr L Hofmeyr was privileged to share his experience at the Facial Nerve Workshop, during the ENT SASHLA Congress 2025 in Port Elizabeth/ Gqeberha.

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13/10/2025

AI and Hearing Clarity 101

🤖 Why Does AI Matter in Hearing Technology?
Because real life isn’t predictable — and neither are the sounds around us.
From bustling boardrooms to quiet cafés, the listening environment can shift in an instant. That’s where AI-driven innovation makes the difference.

💡 With Phonak AutoSense OS 6.0, hearing aids don’t just respond to changes — they anticipate them.
Trained on millions of real-world sound scenes, AutoSense OS uses artificial intelligence to automatically adapt and optimize performance — giving wearers seamless clarity, less listening fatigue, and more effortless conversations.

This is smart hearing care — designed to support real lives in real time.
🎧 Experience the power of AI in the new Phonak Infinio.

Real-time AI hearing clarity for the moments that matter most!

06/10/2025

Hearing loss and dementia risk

It’s never too late to treat hearing loss and reduce dementia risk. A recent study conducted by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows that addressing hearing loss—even later in life—could be an effective way to prevent or delay dementia for many adults.

Catch up on the latest research on our blog:

A recent study found that hearing loss, from a population perspective, may be accountable for nearly one-third of dementia occurrences in older adults.

01/10/2025

Could treating hearing loss help reduce fall risk in older adults?

A new blog explores insights from the ACHIEVE Study and what they could mean for long-term health.

A secondary analysis from the ACHIEVE study suggests that best practice hearing interventions may help reduce the rate of falls in older adults, offering promising implications for long-term health and mobility.

24/09/2025

The ideal course for General Practitioners on Cochlear Implantation.
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23/09/2025

🧠👂 This World Alzheimer’s Month, remember: treating hearing loss isn’t just about communication, it also supports brain health and social connection.

Discover practical ways hearing care professionals can make a difference 👉 https://ow.ly/ygQ750WXWug

World Alzheimer’s Month is a time to increase awareness and reduce stigma around dementia. This article highlights the role hearing care professionals can play in supporting clients and families.

15/09/2025

Exploring the connection between hearing loss and balance

It’s no secret that balance plays an important role in our ability to perform daily activities. And as we age, it becomes even more critical to monitor our balance to maintain not only our autonomy—but also our physical safety.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year—that’s over 14 million people. Unfortunately, the likelihood of falls increases as we grow older, and one common contributor may surprise you—untreated hearing loss.

Studies prove that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of falls by 30%. And the more severe our hearing loss is, the more our chances of falling increase.

04/09/2025

The toughest listening situations for people with hearing loss are noisy environments like restaurants, crowded events, or parties. Edge AI’s speed, precision and power bring clarity to these chaotic conditions.

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07/08/2025

Join us for the Hear Us 25 concert, uniting music and voices to raise funds for cochlear implants and share the gift of sound.

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