Tinnitus – You Don’t Have to Live with It, It Can Be Treated
Are you constantly struggling with a ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in your ears—one that no one else seems to hear? If so, you may be experiencing tinnitus. You’re not alone, and more importantly, you don’t have to live with it. Tinnitus can be managed, and at...
Hearing Loss Signs: What You Should Know and When to Act
Hearing loss doesn’t happen overnight. It’s often subtle at first, then gradually impacts your daily life. Recognising early signs can significantly improve outcomes. So, how do you know when to seek help? Let’s explore the symptoms, types, and actionable...
How to Survive the Allergy Season with Hearing Aids: A Comprehensive Guide
Allergy season in South Africa is synonymous with sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, and unfortunately, for some, hearing problems. While these symptoms are challenging enough on their own, they can be particularly troublesome for individuals with hearing loss or those...
If You’re Feeling Off-Balance Regularly, You Could Be Experiencing Vertigo
Have you ever felt as though the room was spinning around you, even when you're perfectly still? Or have you stood up only to feel your world tilt unexpectedly? This disturbing sensation is more than simple dizziness—it might be a sign of vertigo, a common condition...
The Process of Hearing: How Do We Hear?
The process of hearing is a fascinating and intricate journey that starts when sound enters our ears and ends when our brain processes it into meaningful information. Our ears are incredible organs, working harmoniously to interpret sounds from our environment,...
Winter Can Affect Your Hearing: Here’s How to Stay Protected
As temperatures drop across South Africa, it's essential to be aware that winter doesn't just bring chilly winds and cozy nights—it can also impact your hearing health. From hardened earwax to increased risks of infections, the cold season poses unique challenges to...
Busting the Myths About Hearing Loss: What South Africans Need to Know
Despite major advances in hearing healthcare over the past decade, there are still many persistent myths about hearing loss. Some people think it only affects the elderly, others believe their doctor will pick up on it during a routine check-up — but these assumptions...
Why You Need to Protect Your Hearing — Starting Now
We live in a world full of sound — from the hum of traffic to the beat of your favourite playlist. But many of these sounds come at a cost. As a society, we don’t do nearly enough to protect our ears from harmful noise exposure, even though noise-induced hearing loss...
Why More Men Experience Hearing Loss—and How Strauss Audiology Can Help
Did you know that globally, men are more likely than women to experience hearing loss? According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), around 430 million people worldwide experience disabling hearing loss—and a greater proportion of these are men. However, this...
Understanding Tinnitus and Vertigo: How Strauss Audiology Can Help
Tinnitus and vertigo are two of the most common yet often misunderstood conditions that affect the ear and balance system. Tinnitus refers to the perception of sound—often described as ringing, buzzing, or hissing—without an external source, while vertigo is the...
Strauss Audiology: Precision Fitting with Real Ear Measurement
At Strauss Audiology, we believe in going beyond the basics. Our clinic in the northern suburbs of Cape Town integrates Real Ear Measurement into every hearing aid fitting to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Here’s how our approach sets us apart: 1....
Understanding Audiology: The Latest Research on Hearing Loss and How Strauss Audiology Can Help
Audiology is the science of hearing, balance, and related disorders. It involves the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of hearing loss and other auditory conditions. Hearing loss is a common health concern globally and is on the rise due to a combination of aging...
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