Help in Hearing News and Testimonials

Help in Hearing are pleased to confirm three open days to be held on Wednesday 30th November, at the Waterfield Practice, Ralphs Ride, Harmanwater, Bracknell, RG12 9LH and on Thursday the 1st & Friday the 2nd of December 2011 at their Farnham Common practice.

Lyric is the World’s finest completely invisible hearing aid that can be worn 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for months at a time. You can wear Lyric during your daily activities – such as showering, talking on the phone, exercising, using headphones and even at night when sleeping.

Help in Hearing are one of only a few Hearing Care Clinics in the UK able to supply and fit this totally invisible, extended wear and maintenance free hearing aid.

Nano is Phonak’s latest product to be introduced to the market and is the perfect combination of maximum hearing performance and minimum size.

The micro technology used in its development, allows the aid to be placed deep down in the ear canal without discomfort. Its capabilities as a high class premium product consequently take it to another level above others on the market, and in particular should appeal to those either self or cosmetically conscious about wearing a hearing aid.

For a limited period only and as an introductionary offer, a considerable discount will be made available to those clients who order a Nano during the month of December. Our usual 60 day money back guarantee still applies .

To find out more or to have a demonstration of these products don’t hesitate and book an appointment or to attend either the Farnham Common or Bracknell Open Days, please call 01753 642 687.

There is no need to live with the effects of hearing loss or endure the negative impact that it can have on your life. Help in Hearing can provide a wide variety of effective hearing solutions for all our patients. Our hearing aid audiologists offer expert advice and high quality hearing aids Marlow which are ideal for a variety of lifestyles and budgets.

Hearing loss can have a negative impact on all aspects of your life, from listening to music or having a conversation in a noisy restaurant, to attending a much-anticipated French language course London.  Help in Hearing are proud of their independence and are therefore in a position to choose hearing aids from any of the major hearing aid manufacturers.

Below are just a selection of the type of aids we can supply, depending on your requirements and severity of your hearing loss.

Extended Wear and Maintenance-free Hearing Aids

Phonak Lyric is the only aid in this category. It is a hearing aid which sits deep within the ear canal, close to the ear drum, is totally invisible and stays in the ear 24/7 for up to 90 days. No battery changes required, no cleaning required, hence it is termed as the ‘Contact Lens’ for the ear.

Deep Canal Hearing Aids

These are also entirely invisible, but they are custom built and can be taken out at night. They will need to have a change of batteries approximately every 5 days.

In-the-Ear Hearing Aids (ITE)

In the ear hearing aids can be made as a small completely in the canal (CIC), canal (ITC), half shell (HS) or full shell (FS) aid. They are all custom built and depending on the shape, size and power required can be a good alternative to a behind the ear aid.

Some of these aids have batteries which don’t need to be changed, (they are rechargeable) need very little maintenance and are particularly suitable for people who have dexterity problems.

Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aids (ITE)

The original and conventional behind the ear hearing aids feature a custom ear mould, which is inserted into the ear and has a tube to which the hearing aid is connected. These hearing aids Marlow are positioned behind the ear and are one of the most common hearing aids supplied by the National Health Service.

Other behind the ear hearing aids have very slim tubing to which small plastic domes are added and are placed into the ear canal. They are a good cosmetic alternative to the conventional BTE aids using the custom moulds and are also standard NHS supplied aids.

The currently most popular and best cosmetic behind the ear solution is the receiver in the canal (RIC) hearing aid, where the amplifier is connected at the end of a very fine wire and is positioned into the ear canal, either on a small plastic dome or a very small custom made ear mould. On the other end of this virtually invisible wire is the hearing aid itself, which is generally extremely small and very light so the user is hardly aware of it being there.

Whether you have recently begun to notice deterioration in your hearing, or you have been suffering for many years, do not make do with an outdated, inefficient hearing aid. Hearing aids Marlow from Help in Hearing are modern and sophisticated pieces of technology which will be fitted only after a thorough consultation has been carried out but will provide you with a fantastic improvement in hearing quality and lifestyle.

Disclaimer of Endorsement: Reference herein to any specific commercial products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favouring by Help in Hearing. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of Help in Hearing, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.

We rely upon our hearing every day to listen the sounds of the world, the lyrics of our favourite songs and the words spoken by our friends, family and colleagues, yet sometimes our hearing can become impaired. Tinnitus is the medical term to describe the ringing sounds heard in our ears, but what exactly is it? This is a question that we here at Help in Hearing get asked on a regular basis. Although Tinnitus is a term that many of us will have heard of, and one that most of us will link to our hearing, we’re here to give you some clarification as to what tinnitus Windsor is and the symptoms often associated with it.

Originating from the Latin work ‘tinnitus’ which means ‘ringing’, its name goes some way to describe what tinnitus is. The condition relates to when an individual perceives an external sound which is not there, and is often a ringing, whistling or whooshing sound heard within our inner ear. Although the symptoms do not affect your hearing, it can cause distraction and the background noise can hinder what is being heard.

Common Causes

Many people experience tinnitus at some point in their life, whether they know it or not. Below is a list of some of the causes which can sometimes trigger an individual to experience tinnitus;

-    Blood Vessel Disorder
-    Age
-    Exposure to Loud Noises (typical of those who work in an industrial building or on building sites where machinery causes loud noises)
-    Ear Wax Blockages
-    Inner Ear Disorder Meniere’s Disease
-    Head or Neck Injury

There are many health related problems which can cause tinnitus, however if you experience any of the symptoms commonly associated with the condition, it is strongly advised that you seek professional advice from the team here at Help in Hearing. With our expertise we can identify the problem, and work together to find an effective solution for your tinnitus Windsor. For more information regarding our services, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01753 642 687.

Help in Hearing are pleased to announce that as of Wednesday, October 5th 2011 and every Wednesday thereafter, will be offering consultations at

The Waterfield Surgery, Ralph Ride, Harmans Water, Bracknell, RG12 9LH

Services will include

• Complimentary hearing screening
• Full hearing assessments and consultations
• Advice and demonstration of the latest hearing aid technology including invisible hearing aids
• Hearing rehabilitation programme
• Advice on Tinnitus Windsor & Bracknell
• Advice on Ear Care & wax removal
• Hearing and noise protection
• All make Hearing Aid repairs

To book an appointment please telephone our Farnham Common practice on 01753 642687 where we will be glad to arrange a convenient time for you.

We look forward to meeting you.

Quote “BRACKNELL” and receive £100 voucher towards the cost of a new hearing aid.

Dr Barry Dalal-Clayton is one of our satisfied ‘Lyric’ hearing aid users and as you can see in the enclosed link, is a keen mountain climber with his aim set to become only the second sexagenerian to climb Mount Everest by 2012.

Read his story here:

http://www.giddylimits.co.uk/inspiring_people/reaching-for-the-sky.html

Here at Help in Hearing we’re once again inviting you to our popular Summer Open Week, which this year is taking place between Monday 22nd to Friday 26th of August 2011. We’re inviting hearing aid users and those concerned about their hearing to come and visit us at our Marlow and Farnham Common centres, where they’ll be given access to a number of our services at absolutely no charge whatsoever. Whether you already use hearing aids or are simply concerned that you’re losing your hearing, there’s something for everyone during these open weeks. During the week we aim to give visitors a no obligation insight into the world of audiology. What is a hearing test? How do hearing aids work? What can be done to protect hearing? All these questions and many more that you may have can be answered by the trained team. Plus, all in attendance will receive free hearing aid batteries and will be entered into a mystery price draw.

Other benefits include -

- Free hearing test

If you’re concerned about your hearing or haven’t had yours checked for a while then these open weeks are the perfect opportunity to put your mind at rest.

- Hearing aid checking and cleaning

It’s essential to keep your hearing aid clean and in working order, otherwise you could miss out on living life to the full.

- Free trial of latest technology

The hearing aid industry is constantly evolving and innovating. We’re offering visitors the chance to try out the latest cutting edge technology for a two week period, to see how it can help them.

- Speech mapping

This final procedure is incredibly popular, as it allows us to visually map the effectiveness of hearing aids and then adjust accordingly.

So if you have any concerns whatsoever, the Help in Hearing team, providers of hearing aids Marlow and surrounding areas, extend the warmest welcome and urge you to reserve your place today.

Please click the following link to view our official invitation – Summer Open Week Invite – 22nd – 26th August 2011

Dear Kevin and Selma

  ”My Ambra SP hearing aids are staggeringly better than any aids

I have ever used.  After many years of  ‘darkness’ , at last I am

able to keep in touch (without my wife’s ever willing assistance), to

join in without prompting, to single out a speaker at a chatty

table with other conversation in full flow, to answer the telephone

with confidence, and (to the relief of the postman) to hear the

front door bell.

With this amazing quantum leap in technology there is no need

for the hard of hearing (let alone the over 80’s) to fold up in the

corner – its giving me a fantastic boost in my quality of life which

I intend to enjoy to the full. Well done Phonak”

Best wishes to you both 

Roger

Listen to Dr Hilary Jones’s radio interview explaining about hearing loss and the new invisible, extended wear Lyric hearing aid.   CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK    Lyric Audio Feature

A Special Invitation
Especially For You
To Join Us For A Very Special
One Day Only Special Offer!

On Thursday, 26th May at Farnham Common we will be joined by hearing aid manufacturer Oticon to demonstrate their latest and most technologically advanced products, and for this special day only for those lucky few who book a follow up appointment on the day with a view to perhaps purchase, with no obligation to buy, Oticon will offer us special concessionary prices!

For your individual appointment call Marguerite on 01753 642687
Southmead Surgery Annexe, Blackpond Lane, Farnham Common, Bucks SL2 3ER or email her on
mail@helpinhearing.co.uk

Dear Selma
I had intended to write to you long before this, but the dust of my relocation from England to South Africa took rather longer to settle than I anticipated, particularly as Christmas and New Year also got in the way!  Anyway, my reason for writing is to thank you very much indeed for all the help that you gave to me regarding my hearing.  I have of course been fitted with hearing aids before, but can honestly say that I have never had such caring, totally professional service.  Doctors are expected to know all about hearing problems, but it was not until  I came to you that I realised the amazing technical advances that have been made since I first started to lose my hearing, and realised that I had a great deal to learn about the modern digital hearing aids and what they can do.  Now that I have been properly fitted with the right kind of aids, I can honestly say that they have transformed my life, and I owe you a great debt of gratitude.  Thank you so very much.
With warm regards and best wishes for a Happy New Year.
Dr. Nicholas (Nick) Lee