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Your community hearing health newsletter!

Hear & NowIn this issue of

• The World’s Most Extreme Hearing Animal

• Get to know some of the Staff

• Phonak Audéo™ Marvel

• Staff highlights

• Hearing Aid Tip

• Hearing Aid Technology in 2019

(610) 628-4209The World’s Most Extreme Hearing Animal

Researchers have discovered the animal with the greatest sense of hearing: the greater wax moth. This moth can hear up to 300kHz—the highest recorded frequency sensitivity of any other animal. Humans can only hear sounds up to 20kHz, which can drop to 12-15kHz as they age.

Dr. James Windmill, the leader of this research conducted at the University of Strathclyde, said, “We are extremely surprised to find that the moth is capable of hearing sound frequencies at this level and we hope to use the findings to better understand air-coupled ultrasound.”

Bats use ultrasound to communicate as well, but these moths have been found to hear even more advanced sounds. Windmill believes that the moths may have developed this extraordinary sense of hearing “to improve the communication between each other to avoid capture from their natural predator—the bat—which uses similar sounds.”

This fascinating research will help Dr. Windmill and his colleagues to further study ultrasound. High frequency sounds are often weakened in the air, and this study can help researchers understand how to transmit and receive

ultrasonic sounds traveling through the air.

Dr. Windmill’s study is researching the wax moth and other insect ears to assist in the development of micro-scale acoustic systems. By studying ultrasound, researchers may be able to develop innovative technology, such as miniature microphones.

Q: Why did the traffic light turn red?

A: You would too if you had to change in the middle of the street!

Did you know that giraffes keep their ears clean by licking them with their extra long tongue?

When it comes to your hearing health, don’t settle for any funny business -- trust our professionals to help you make an informed decision. Let us continue to prove why we’re your neighborhood choice for hearing health!

Introducing Phonak Audéo™ Marvel, a first-class hearing device that gives you crisp hearing and so much more.

With all these added features, it’s so much more than a hearing aid; it’s a multifunctional marvel.

Clearer, richer sound than ever before, with updated directional microphones and AutoSense OS™ 3.0

Connectivity to smart devices, including iOS and Android phones

Rechargeable batteries, removing the hassle of changing batteries

AirStream technology, allowing you to stream directly from any TV and stereo system. Use your hearing aids like headphones to enjoy your favorite TV programs, music and movies

myPhonak app allows wearers to have their hearing aids adjusted in real-time, in any situation, between the audiologist and patient using video chat

Hearing Aid Technology in 2019 When I started my audiology career in the nineties, hearing aids were just starting to become programmable and digital. We had limited flexibility in adjusting the hearing aids and hearing aid feedback (whistling) was a frequent issue. Our options then were to turn down the hearing aid or plug up the ear canal, both less than ideal options.

Fast forward to 2019 and technology has changed dramatically! For many individuals we can keep the ear canal fairly open without getting feedback. Features that were once only available on the most expensive hearing aids are now a standard option on most hearing aids. We can now stream phone calls and music wirelessly from many phones to the hearing aid without any additional gadgets required. Rechargeable hearing aids are now common with the technology becoming more reliable and easy to use. Most hearing aids now have built in signals that can

be used to help alleviate tinnitus perception. And we can even reprogram hearing aids remotely for our patients who have trouble getting to the office (or prefer Florida winters!).

If your hearing aids are older and you would like to see what’s new in the world of hearing aids please contact the office to schedule a demonstration of newer technology. We have been able to keep our prices the same for over two years and are competitive with the “big box” retailers. We continue to follow best practices in the fitting of hearing aids and are one of the few offices in the Lehigh valley to see pediatric patients and go off site to assisted living and senior communities.

Thank you for entrusting us with your audiology and hearing aid needs and we hope you have a great Summer!

Staff highlightsDr. Lindley started a new hobby as a beekeeper last year. Fortunately his first hive made it through the winter and he was able to add two more. Did you know honey is one of the few food items that never goes bad and a queen honeybee can lay up to 2000 eggs a day?

One of Dr. Lindley’s bees collecting pollen

While cleaning and taking care of your devices at home can greatly improve the life of your hearing aids, we recommend you stop by every 4-6 months to have them professionally cleaned. Did you know a majority of issues with hearing aids not working properly is because the hearing aids needs to be professionally cleaned and checked? Think of it like taking your car into the mechanic; they may be able to spot something that is in need of repair that you may have missed. We are also able to make adjustments to your devices to better suit your needs

Hearing Aid Tip!Carolyn Croy is our front desk receptionist and is the voice you hear when you call our office or get an office visit reminder call. She’s a former first grade teacher and has 3 grown children (ages 20, 23, and 25). She has been a resident in Emmaus since 2001. Her entire extended family lives in the beautiful Lehigh Valley so she often enjoys hosting holidays and family celebrations for 23 or more! Carolyn is happy to assist you when you stop in for your hearing aid accessories needs or would like a cup of coffee when you check in for your appointment.

Get to know some of the Staff Rachel Anthony is a licensed Hearing Healthcare Provider in both PA and NJ. She graduated from Penn State University with a BS in Communication Disorders and also has an Associates in Hearing Instrument Science from Burlington County College. Rachel serves on the board of New Jersey’s Association for Hearing Healthcare Professionals.Rachel conducts hearing aid screenings, fittings, repairs, counseling and is often helping Carolyn at the front desk. She travels to several local Nursing homes and Assistive Living facilities to provide Audiometric testing and hearing aid fittings. She is passionate about helping others and is committed to the counseling of all aspects of her patients’ hearing loss. Most importantly, Rachel wants all of her patients to be educated about their unique hearing needs and to successfully manage their hearing aids.

With every purchase you recieve, service, 3 year warranty, 2 years supply of batteries

and office visits are always included!