As summer winds down and we begin our favorite fall traditions, there\u2019s a lot to look forward to. But did you know that some fall activities can affect your hearing? We review everything you need to know to prepare your hearing for fall below.<\/p>\n
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<\/h2>\nWhether you\u2019re cheering on your favorite football team at Levi Stadium or using a leaf blower to clean up your yard, it\u2019s important to make sure your ears are protected<\/a>.<\/p>\n Within the inner ears are tiny hair cells called stereocilia. These cells have the important job of converting soundwaves into electrical impulses that travel to the brain to be interpreted as sound. When dangerously loud sounds pass through the ears, it can damage or destroy these cells. The result is permanent sensorineural hearing loss.<\/p>\n Any sound over 85 dB can damage your hearing. For reference, that is about the volume level of passing highway traffic or a busy caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n Below is a list of fall sounds and their decibel outputs:<\/p>\n If you are going to be exposed to loud noises like these, it\u2019s important to wear hearing protection in the form of earplugs or earmuffs. You can even order custom-molded hearing protection from Camino Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic.<\/p>\n Hearing aids<\/a> are your connection to the hearing world, which is why it\u2019s important to take good care of them to ensure they last. A common way hearing aids can be damaged is by exposure to moisture<\/a>, especially fall rain.<\/p>\n To protect your hearing aids, make sure you wear a rain jacket with the hood up or use an umbrella when it\u2019s raining.<\/p>\n If your hearing aids do get wet, be sure to:<\/p>\n For more information about preparing your hearing for fall or to schedule an appointment with a hearing expert, call Camino Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic today.<\/p>\n\n
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