If you’ve ever had a traditional hearing aid impression taken, you probably remember the experience: a syringe of thick, gel-like material injected into your ear canal, followed by several uncomfortable minutes of waiting for it to set. It’s not exactly

Happy 1-Year Anniversary, Athens! One year ago, we opened our doors in Athens, TN, and what an incredible year it has been! We are so grateful for our amazing patients, supportive community, and our dedicated team at Ahlberg Audiology. Thank

Make sure your devices are clean and functional before hitting the road. Hearing devices help you communicate your best no matter where you are, so it’s key to lean into them when traveling. It makes those unforgettable on-the-go moments even

As the crack of the bat heralds the start of baseball season this April, it is important that ball fans step up to the plate regarding hearing health and ensure they don’t miss a single moment of the action. With

Guide to safeguarding your hearing this spring. Spring is about to bust out all over and bring us sunnier, longer days. Bees will be buzzing, but so will the leaf blowers! Activities, hobbies, and chores that have been frozen in

Chances are, you or someone you know has had diabetes touch their lives. With so many people dealing with this illness on a daily basis, the importance of having a month dedicated to diabetes can clearly be seen in the

By: Kelsey Brittingham, Au.D. Studies show that, on average, people with hearing loss wait almost ten years before they do something about it. Many people say as long as they can hear some sound, it’s okay. However, recent studies have

By: Tiffany Ahlberg, Au.D., CCC-A Seeing is believing, and hearing is connecting. Did you know that seeing and hearing are intertwined?  Ahlberg Audiology emphasizes the connection between healthy eyes and ears and reminds us not to take them for granted.

Ahlberg Audiology would like to welcome patients from the Cleveland Head and Neck Clinic. We are very proud to have been recommended by Dr. Byrd and Dr. Viser of the Cleveland Head and Neck Clinic to care for their hearing aid

Click below to watch Dr. Ahlberg walk you through changing a cerustop wax guard. These steps apply to ReSound, Widex, and Signia hearing aids, receiver-in-the-canal hearing aids, and custom hearing devices.

We are excited when others in our greater Cleveland and Chattanooga area get to know more about our practice and the care of all of our Audiologists and staff through publications like HealthScope! Read the article in the most recent

On August 16, 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration issued its finalized rule that allows Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids (OTC Hearing Aids) to be sold to consumers. This rule is effective October 17, 2022, and the prospect of more people addressing their

Halloween costumes shouldn’t impede hearing. With 23% of Americans naming Halloween their favorite holiday, Ahlberg Audiology wants you to know that dressing up for the occasion can be compatible with hearing and hearing technology. Masks and head coverings are common

Music is good for you! Here’s how to enjoy it safely “Listening to music elevates mood and improves cognition,” says Dr. Ahlberg. “Hearing your favorite song promotes the release of a chemical called dopamine. It can also evoke memories, exercising

Celebrating our freedom on July 4th is an important American tradition! Family, friends, hotdogs on the grill, hot July summer weather and fireworks once the sun sets. While celebration is going on it is important to remember fireworks can cause

🔔 RINGING 🐝BUZZING 🐥CHIRPING 🦗CRICKETS 📻RADIO STATIC🌊WHOOSHING 🕰CLICKING 🎇POPPING 🚰RUSHING WATER . . .​Do any of these noises sound familiar to you? Patients often report their tinnitus as different sounds, ranging from ringing to static to crickets! Tinnitus (noises in

This May, help spread the word about better hearing To raise awareness about the prevalence of hearing loss, Dr. Ahlberg and Dr. Klee at Ahlberg Audiology and Hearing Aid Services want to remind you that May is Better Hearing and

Are you a Veteran with hearing loss or tinnitus issues? We are a contracted office with the VA. As a Veteran, you do have to have authorization from your primary physician and the VA in order for us to see

Cochlear implants have been available for decades, but just like other forms of technology, they have had significant advancements in the past few years. Cochlear implants are a surgically implanted device used for moderate to profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss

By:  Ellyn Grider, M.A., Audiology Resident Untreated hearing loss has the ability to affect an individual’s social life, lower the overall quality of life, and cause mental fatigue, potentially resulting in depression and anxiety. Those with hearing impairment may recognize

Ahlberg Audiology was a proud co-sponsor of the 2021 event.  Even with all of the Covid-19 precautions with masks, we had a great turnout to support this event.  Click here for the Cleveland Daily Banner Special Feature. Make plans to

Two of the most common complaints we see in our office are itchy ears and earwax. There are several drops we recommend for both. Earwax MD is one of our favorite products for cerumen or wax impaction. Earwax is naturally

MFI hearing devices (Made For iPhone), Made For Android hearing aids, Made For Any Phone hearing solutions and finally Bluetooth compatible hearing devices, so many options, all with their own benefits and pitfalls. Made For iPhone hearing devices have been

Sometimes hearing loss is very apparent if someone is repeatedly asking others to repeat or has the television up too loud but sometimes hearing loss may start with having difficulty hearing certain pitches such as timers or birds. An Audiologist

Audiologists are healthcare professionals who provide patient-centered care in the prevention, identification, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment of hearing, balance, and other auditory disorders for people of all ages. Hearing and balance disorders are complex with medical, psychological, physical, social, educational,

With the recent updates to iOS, iPhones can be used along with AirPods can help you hear a conversation in a noisy area or even hear someone speaking across the room. The new Apple update has a feature to use

Click on the image below to find and read our February 2021 feature article (page 26) by clicking on the image below. Also, enjoy the full GoodNews publication articles through this link as well. The GoodNews GoodNews Christian Magazine is

By Dr. Tiffany Ahlberg, Au.D., CCC-A. You probably have heard that dementia has a strong link with hearing loss.  But do you know why? So if I have hearing loss will I start developing dementia?  Not necessarily, buy you are

Telehealth appointments with an Audiologist are now available and getting help for hearing loss is easier than ever.  Hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions in adults over the age of 50. It is important to recognize

By: Dr. Lynda Klee, Au.D. Our new normal, for the time being, is wearing masks in public.  Many places are requiring them now.  This can be difficult for people with hearing impairment and wearing hearing aids.  If you are wearing

By: Dr. Lynda Klee, Au.D. Our new normal, for the time being, is wearing masks in public.  Many places are requiring them now.  This can be difficult for people with hearing impairment.  One of the biggest challenges is that masks

This self-assessment, reaction questionnaire is designed to find out what sort of effects tinnitus has had on your lifestyle, general well-being, etc. Some of the effects below may apply to you, some may not. Please answer all questions by selecting

As we celebrate Women’s Entrepreneurship, let’s revisit how it all started! HOW IT ALL STARTED From the very beginning, it was patient care and trust that served as the foundation for all we do at Ahlberg Audiology. A Different PathEverything

Listeners with hearing loss have greater difficulties understanding speech in challenging listening environments (e.g. noisy environments) even when wearing assistive devices, such as hearing aids or cochlear implants. Oftentimes, there are three main barriers to improved understanding for anyone with

Who do you consider as your closest people in your life? Do you think your Audiologist would make the top 10 list? We read a recent article that had a title that was funny to think about, because it’s really