Speech Recognition Test: What It Measures During a Hearing Evaluation

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A speech recognition test measures how clearly you understand spoken words, not just whether you can detect beeps or tones. Speech testing helps explain real-life listening problems, especially when people sound loud enough but still seem unclear. Flatirons Audiology provides speech recognition testing as part of hearing evaluations in Lafayette, CO. What Is a Speech […]

Hearing Aids for Tinnitus: How They Help Reduce Ringing and Improve Daily Life

Woman experiencing tinnitus ringing, managed with hearing aids at Flatirons Audiology in Lafayette, CO

Hearing aids for tinnitus help with sound masking and improve how the brain hears everyday sounds. Treating hearing loss can lower tinnitus volume and improve sound balance. Flatirons Audiology offers a wide selection of hearing solutions, including hearing aids for tinnitus in Lafayette, CO. If you hear ringing, buzzing, or humming sounds that never seem […]

Rechargeable Hearing Aids

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Rechargeable hearing aids are modern hearing devices powered by built-in rechargeable batteries (typically lithium-ion) designed to deliver reliable performance without the need for constant battery replacements. No longer just a luxury option, they’ve quickly become the preferred choice for many. Why? Because rechargeable models offer unmatched convenience with fewer interruptions, and they align with sustainable […]

Crackling in Ear

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Hearing a crackling or popping sound in your ear can be odd and worrying. Often likened to the sound of rice crispies, this noise can come and go or feel constant. While sometimes harmless, persistent crackling should be checked out. At Flatirons Audiology, our audiologists can help you find the cause through a check-up or […]

Swimmer’s Ear Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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What Is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear is an infection in the outer part of your ear. It can happen when water stays in the ear for too long. This warm, wet space is the perfect place for bacteria to grow. At Flatirons Audiology Inc. we help people of all ages treat swimmer’s ear safely and […]