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Hearing impairment and walking: an unsuspected link

Hearing problems are often associated with difficulty in hearing. But did you know that they can also have a significant impact on our balance and ability to walk?

Why are hearing and balance linked?

The ear isn't just a hearing organ. It also plays a crucial role in our sense of balance. The inner ear houses the vestibule, a sensory organ that detects head movements and informs the brain of our position in space.

When hearing is impaired, this can disrupt the functioning of the vestibule and lead to balance disorders. These disorders manifest themselves as :

- Vertigo: Sensation of rotation or movement in the environment.

- Dizziness: Feeling of light-headedness or disorientation.

- Loss of balance: Difficulty standing or walking in a straight line.

- Falls: Increased risk of falls, especially among the elderly.

The impact of hearing loss on walking

Balance problems linked to hearing loss can have a major impact on daily life:

- Fear of falling: Fear of falling can limit activities and reduce quality of life.

- Social isolation: People affected may avoid outings and social activities for fear of falling.

- Reduced autonomy: Walking difficulties can make daily tasks more difficult and increase dependence on others.

How to improve balance in the event of hearing loss?

- Consult an audioprosthesist: A hearing aid can improve hearing and help stabilize balance.

- Vestibular rehabilitation: Specific exercises can help retrain the vestibular system and improve balance.

- Adapt your environment: Remove obstacles at home, use walking aids if necessary.

- Regular physical activity: Walking, dancing or tai chi are all good for balance.

 In conclusion, hearing problems can have a major impact on walking and balance. It is therefore essential to consult a healthcare professional as soon as the first symptoms appear.

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According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, 1 in 10 adults experiences tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing in the ears. Recent studies suggest this condition may result from damage to the nerves in the ears and brain, leading to issues like forgetfulness, anxiety, irritability, and headaches, making social interactions challenging. Many people explore various remedies, including listening to specialized sounds or engaging in specific exercises, but these often provide limited relief and may not be long-lasting. Numerous supplements claim to help, yet discerning which ones are effective can be tricky.

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As we are violently thrust into allergy season - and with it, disgusting amounts of sniffling and nose-dragging and coughing and throat clearing - here are some tips and tricks to help you not lose your mind :)

- Always have some gum with you. The sound of your own chewing will help to block out the sound of everything else!

- If you have long hair, wear it down. It helps to block your peripheral vision, which makes it easier to try to ignore people making mouth sounds so you don't snap and them and sound like a crazy person.

- Bring backup ear protection! I usually have headphones on, but headphones can die. So in addition to the headphones, I have 2 pairs of earbuds and 3 pairs of earplugs in my bag, plus a portable battery to charge my headphones (which I have had to use before).

- Also, know how to make makeshift earplugs (just in case). You will need gum for this! Depending on how big your ears are, chew up 2-3 pieces of gum until they're soft enough to easily mold, but not too soft to easily hold a shape. Wrap in paper towel/aluminum foil (just enough to cover the gum so it won't stick to anything) and stick it in your ear.

*this is not foolproof, and I wouldn't recommend doing it on a regular basis because there is still a potential that gum will get stuck in your ear, but it has gotten me out of some emergency situations.

- Remember that these people are not trying to hurt you. They don't know that you have misophonia, and don't realize that their sounds affect you. They have no malicious intent towards you.

-Keep on feeling the love,

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An Audiologist is a person who is trained in the area of audiology.An audiologist is trained to diagnose and treat the hearing, tinnitus or balancing problem. Audiology is the learning branch of speech and #hearingdisorder. This becomes an official specialization due to the increase of patients. This is very well respected and satisfied one. For more visit:- https://goo.gl/qB3XcT

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Silver and Gold Awareness Ribbon Angel Art Painting Gold and Silver Awareness Ribbon means support for Meniere’s Disease, Hearing Impairments, Hearing Disorders, and Tinnitus. Follow this awareness ribbon on Pinterest at https://www.pinterest.com/awarenessart/silver-and-gold-awareness-ribbon-gifts-for-hearing/ Here are some sample  awareness ribbon gifts and merchandise.  They can be customized…

[journeys-of-miso]

Find a Way To Express Yourself

Hello!

So, I'm in therapy, but that's a once a week thing, and if not covered by your insurance, its pretty darn expensive. So find a medium to express your emotions 🩷

I like to write and draw (I'm writing right now actually, lol)

Some people like to play music, which I actually did do before my ears started getting worse. Some people sing, dance, etc. As long as you're not harming anybody else or yourself, go for it!

Something about that I think is important to mention is not to feel like you have to be the best at your hobby, or even really good at it. It just has to be something that you enjoy doing. Don't compare yourself to others - you just need to be happy.

Some ideas for hobbies:

- Reading

- Writing

- Drawing

- Playing/listening to music

- Sports (I do volleyball🏐)

- Cooking

- Arts and crafts

- Self-care

And more!

- Keep on feeling the love,

𝓜𝓲𝓼𝓸🧸

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Toxic Positivity - keyword: toxic

Another thing I find important is not viewing this as something to be ashamed of. I found myself trying to hide my condition from people, dodging questions about why I always had my headphones on, or why I would leave the room when people ate. But to get over this, I had to change my way of thinking:

Misophonia and hyperacusis are not made up. You are not being dramatic, and people will not make fun of you for it (and if they do, they're objectively terrible.) These are invisible disabilities, and they are just as valid as visible ones.

Something else I had to get over was a toxic positivity mindset - specifically, "It could be worse."

Whenever I would hear this, I would minimize whatever I was going through. I would say to myself, "at least I don't have depression," or "at least I still have my sight!" I was hoping it would make me feel better, but surprise, surprise:

It didn't.

Your suffering may not be as bad as someone else's. But it's still bad It still hurts. It still makes life difficult. Those feelings are valid, and they deserve to be heard. So don't ever let anyone tell you that your feelings aren't valid just because someone else might feel worse.

-Keep on feeling the love,

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See a doctor for an official diagnosis🩺

I'm not saying you shouldn't do research on your symptoms. You totally should! That's how you figure out that something's wrong, and learn about coping mechanisms that can help until you can treatment.

However, it's important not to operate solely off of a self-diagnosis. It's all too easy to mistake one thing for another, and this can have dire consequences. Oftentimes, two conditions with very similar symptoms will have very different causes (e.g., a psychological vs physical cause) which means that they will have very different treatments.

For example: Misophonia is primarily neurological, dealing with how your brain is wired. But hyperacusis can usually be traced to a certain physical event that caused it, and can even be treated with surgery if therapy doesn't work.

Doctors are much more qualified to figure out what's wrong, taking into account not only the details of symptoms, but how they might manifest in different individuals. They are also more qualified to give you different ✨tips and tricks✨ to cope, and recommend treatments to minimize (or hopefully eliminate) the problem.

You deserve proper care! See a doctor - it can make all the difference.

- keep on feeling the love,

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