by Jen Zimmerman | Apr 13, 2026 | Blog, Hearing Health
That rhythmic thumping or whooshing sound in your ear, the one that pulses in time with your heartbeat, has a name. Doctors call it pulsatile tinnitus, and it affects an estimated 3 to 5 million Americans. Unlike the constant ringing or buzzing of common tinnitus,...
by Jen Zimmerman | Mar 18, 2026 | Blog, Hearing Health
Updated July 2026 TL;DR: Audiology for tinnitus blends evaluation, sound therapy, and counseling into one plan. It does not cure tinnitus, but it can meaningfully reduce daily impact. Related conditions like hyperacusis matter too. Newer options like neuromodulation...
by Jen Zimmerman | Mar 11, 2026 | Blog, Hearing Health
Updated October 2026 TL;DR Most clogged ears clear at home. Softening drops loosen wax so it can drain. Yawning and swallowing relieve pressure from congestion. Never put a cotton swab or a candle in your ear. See a provider if the blockage lasts a week or brings...
by Jen Zimmerman | Mar 4, 2026 | Hearing Health, Hearing Information
Updated July 2026 TL;DR: Tilt your head, work your jaw, and try low warm airflow first. These simple moves clear most trapped water fast. Skip cotton swabs and digging, which only push water deeper. Water that lingers past a day, or brings pain, needs a real look....
by Jen Zimmerman | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog, Hearing Health
Updated January, 2026 Ear wax buildup happens to everyone. Most of the time, your ears handle it naturally. But when wax becomes impacted, you need professional ear wax removal to restore comfort and hearing clarity. Knowing when to seek expert care protects your ear...
by Jen Zimmerman | Oct 22, 2025 | Blog, Hearing Health
That whoosh or ring in your ear is not imagined. For many people, hypertension and tinnitus travel together. High blood pressure strains tiny ear vessels and alters inner ear function. When pressure and flow change, sound can feel different. Hypertension means blood...
