There has been so much research on the topic of cognition and hearing loss. There is a lot more to learn about it, but here’s what we know so far:

• Adults who have hearing loss have more cases of cognitive decline than those with healthy hearing.
• Eldery individuals who have hearing loss are two to five times more likely to develop dementia than those with healthy hearing.
• For every 10 dB that was measured for an increase in hearing loss, there was also a 20% increased risk for developing dementia. 
• Based on public health tests, hearing loss can be a risk in cognitive decline.

Theories that are verified by science:

• Long term hearing loss might restrict the brain from accepting neural data. This is known as the “use-it-or-lose-it” theory. It indicates that it’s important to use sounds to stimulate your brain. 
• Those with hearing loss may stop socializing with others. There is a link between social isolation, depression and cognitive decline. It is believed that those who have hearing loss, are less prone to participate in social settings. This can lead to isolation and depression, which can lead to cognitive decline.     
• Listening and comprehending speech requires a lot of brain power, such as working memory. Since the brain is using so much energy to listen, the cognitive resources cannot be used in other areas. 

Hearing aid benefits:

• Stimulates the brain and transmits information from the ear to the brain.
• Encourages those with hearing loss to participate in life again, which will reduce their risks of depression and social isolation.
• Lower the cognitive effort that a person may need to listen to someone.
• A study showed that elderly adults who used hearing aids had a similar pace in cognitive decline as those with normal hearing. 

 
Benefits of Starkey's Livio AI Hearing Aids

Starkey’s Livio AI uses sensors and artificial intelligence to provide feedback on your cognitive health through the Brain Score feature. The score has three categories: Use Time, Engagement, and Active Listening. 

Use Time: This measures the amount of time the hearing aids are worn. This is essential because studies have shown that wearing hearing aids lowers the risks of cognitive decline that is linked to hearing loss.

Engagement: This measures the amount of time that is spent in settings where the user has conversations with other people, and streams phone calls. The majority of people who wear hearing aids claim that it helps them to participate in activities. 

Active Listening: This measures the different environments and social situations that are encountered throughout the day. The more variety of environments that you are in, the more developed your brain will be from each environment’s stimulation. 

The combined efforts of these goals will lead to a maximum Brain Score of 100. The Thrive Hearing app will keep the Brain Score history in order to show how you have progressed through time. 

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in a hearing aid trial of Starkey’s Livio AI, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a consultation. 

Pure Sound services will only be available by appointment and for essential visits at this time. Essential visits include all appointments that require repairs, re-fittings and new hearing aid fittings. If you are having any problems with your hearing aids, or need supplies for your hearing aids, please call us before visiting one of our offices. 

Phonak’s Audéo B can adapt to any situation by adjusting on its own. It features an exclusive operating system, known as AutoSense OS. This innovation senses your environment and will automatically adjust your hearing aid settings to give you an optimal listening experience. 
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Depending on how often you stream music or other audio, in order to hear and navigate through your daily activities, this rechargeable device features a built-in lithium-ion battery. It can provide up to 24 hours of hearing with a single charge, and gives you up to 80 minutes of wireless streaming.

Phonak’s Audéo B Accessories 

ComPilot Air 

This accessory wirelessly streams audio.

DECT

This device will automatically stream calls into your hearing aids.

TVLink

You can use this device to turn your hearing aids into wireless headphones.

Enjoy listening to music again

If you have any degree of hearing loss, you may quickly realize that you do not enjoy listening to music the same way you did before. Phonak’s Audéo B provides excellent speech comprehension and quality in speech sounds. It’s been top rated for best quality of sound in music.

Listen effortlessly in any environment

The AutoSense OS adjusts your hearing aids in order to adapt to any surrounding. The sounds occurring around you are analyzed every 0.4 seconds in order to recognize whether you are in your home, a venue, or a car. A number of features are used to produce more than 200 individual settings in order to match your precise sound environment. 

Better hearing in common settings

If you need to focus on a single voice in a busy area, the Audéo B can provide 60% more improvement in speech comprehension than those who suffer from hearing loss and do not use hearing aids. 

Soft speech sounds are improved by 10% with these devices, and regular speech sounds are improved by 20%.

Compared to previous models, there is a 37% reduction in how much effort you need to put in when listening to a conversation that is happening in a car.
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If you, or a loved one, believe it would be beneficial to use Phonak’s Audéo B, contact us for a free hearing test, consultation and trial. 

Features of Signia's Insio Nx

Signia's Insio Nx hearing aids are custom-made to fit the shape of your ear and cater to your personal hearing loss, whether it ranges from mild to severe. 

It's discreet design and quality of sound allows you to feel more confident as you interact with others. 

The Insio Nx provides a natural hearing experience, and can be controlled remotely.

Microphones in the Insio Nx harness sounds to the inside of the ear canal. This allows you to make phone calls and listen to music. You may even wear headphones that are placed over the ear.    

Accessories for Signia's Insio Nx 

By using the touchControl™ App, you can transform your smartphone into a discreet remote control for your hearing aids. 

Wearers may also control their Insio Nx hearing aids with the miniPocket. This is a small, discreet remote control that can be attached to a key ring. 

The myHearing™ App gives wearers supportive tools that are needed to feel comfortable and confident with their hearing.   

If you, or a loved one, would be interested in Signia's Insio Nx, please contact us at Pure Sound Hearing Aids for a free hearing test and consultation.