TALKING EARS
News about Earmark Hearing Conservation and the podcast Talking Ears.
Science of Hearing Wellness
Dr. Michael Santucci, the founder and president of Sensaphonics, Inc., recently penned a concise and thoughtful review on ProSoundWeb.com discussing the science of sound, hearing, and hearing wellness for the musical community. The entire article is clear and expertly laid out, but I want to bring special attention to the last line...
Dr. Michael Santucci, the founder and president of Sensaphonics, Inc., recently penned a concise and thoughtful review for ProSoundWeb.com which discussed the science of sound, hearing, and hearing wellness for the musical community. The entire article is clear and expertly laid out, but I want to bring special attention to the last line of the article:
"There’s no reason a career in music or pro audio should cost you your hearing. We have the technology and techniques to help you keep your hearing while still enjoying the music you love!"
Hearing Damage is Not Inevitable
I hear all too often the sentiment that a loss of hearing or tinnitus is a 'badge of honor', or in some way a foregone conclusion if one leads the life of a musical professional. This couldn't be further from the truth, but we often confuse anecdotal patterns - countless reports of rockstars' careers being cut short citing auditory problems - with actual causal relationships. Dr. Santucci put it succinctly with the above except and in this article: the technology, and almost more importantly the techniques and mindset/behavior changes, are available to keep your music going for your whole life time.
Many thanks to Dr. Santucci for his words and to ProSoundWeb.com for their commitment to sharing important information on Hearing Wellness to their readers.
Link: The Science Of Hearing Wellness: The Doctor Is In
Announcement: Expanded clinical services now offered at Aberdeen Audiology
... Earmark Hearing Conservation is now offering expanded clinical services at Aberdeen Audiology. Led by Dr. Tom Goyne, Aberdeen Audiology is a premier Audiology practice located in Philadelphia’s Main Line suburbs...
It is with great excitement that we can announce that Earmark Hearing Conservation is now offering expanded clinical services at Aberdeen Audiology. Led by Dr. Tom Goyne, Aberdeen Audiology is a premier Audiology practice located in Philadelphia’s Main Line suburbs. With a unparalleled dedication to quality patient care and a motto as perfectly phrased as "live life loud and clear", Aberdeen Audiology and Earmark Hearing Conservation are an obvious match up.
Earmark's Dr. Wartinger will be offering the same clinical services as his standard mobile practice, with the addition of comprehensive diagnostic hearing testing in Aberdeen's state-of-the-art clinical facility. For appointment inquiries, please contact Earmark Hearing Conservation at EarmarkHC@gmail.com.
For location, directions, and other audiology services provided by Dr. Tom Goyne and his incredible staff at Aberdeen Audiology, please visit aberdeenaudiology.com or call 610-981-1072.
Aberdeen Audiology
230 Sugartown Road
Suite 10
Wayne, Pennsylvania 19087
Hearing Protection Myths and Recommendations: The Lowdown from Two Rock-Star Audiologists
Reverb, the gear-driven marketplace/community, may be young (started in 2013) but it is proving to be wise beyond its years. With a series of articles regarding hearing wellness...
Reverb, the gear-driven marketplace/community, may be young (started in 2013) but it is proving to be wise beyond its years. With a series of articles regarding hearing wellness, Reverb.com has shown a commitment to not only helping musicians get the gear they want/need, but also helping musicians keep the hearing they have. This emphasis reminds the reader that it isn't all about the gear, it is really all about the ear.
Army's Smart Earplug Damps Explosive Noise, But Can Enhance Whispers
NPR recently aired an accurate and well produced piece about the Army's newest efforts to address communication and hearing conservation for soldiers.
Similar technology is available for hunters, construction workers, and others in need of situational awareness as well as sound isolation from high intensity impulse sounds... but it tends to look so much cooler when paired with fatigues and worn by a guy who's name is "Sgt. Bacon".
Pearl Jam and MusiCares joining forces
Hearing Protection at Concerts
Making hearing protection at concerts a positive headline is something we can get behind. Good on you, Pearl Jam!
MusiCares is Raising Awareness
MusiCares is the charitable arm of the Grammy Foundation and the Recording Academy. Their mission statement says it all:
MusiCares provides a safety net of critical assistance for music people in times of need. MusiCares' services and resources cover a wide range of financial, medical and personal emergencies, and each case is treated with integrity and confidentiality. MusiCares also focuses the resources and attention of the music industry on human service issues that directly impact the health and welfare of the music community.
Read more about this exciting partnership that is bringing considerable attention to hearing wellness in the concert attendee audience.
"Stop touring immediately or risk total hearing loss”
Doctors advised AC/DC singer Brian Johnson to "stop touring immediately or risk total hearing loss." http://consequenceofsound.net/2016/03/acdc-frontman-brian-johnson-ordered-to-stop-touring-immediately-or-risk-total-hearing-loss/
I hope there is more to this story, for Brian Johnson's sake. Not only is AC/DC known as one of the loudest bands of all time (http://tinyurl.com/jhyfgx9), Mr. Johnson has cited race car driving as a cause for hearing damage in past interviews. Whatever may be the exact cause, musicians like Brian Johnson rely on their hearing to deliver their performances, night after night. It is a real tragedy when a performer can no longer continue due to hearing problems.