Recent studies conducted at Johns Hopkins University have established a link between hearing loss and the onset of Alzheimer's disease. One statistic shows that men with hearing loss are 69% more likely to develop Alzheimer's than those with good hearing!
In other words, people with hearing loss are nearly twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. Hearing loss is not just an ear condition, it's also a brain issue: lack of sensory stimulation and information processing can lead to a deterioration of brain functions, potentially promoting Alzheimer's and other disorders.
We have gathered additional information on hearing loss and Alzheimer's disease, and how they influence each other.
Why does hearing loss promote Alzheimer's disease?
1. A decrease in auditory brain activity.
Hearing activates the auditory area of the brain, and when hearing loss occurs, this area has to work harder. This results in a loss of brain tissue and a reorganization of the brain, the first link to Alzheimer's disease.
2. Cognitive load.
When hearing is poor, the brain has to put in much more effort to follow conversations. This leaves fewer mental resources to dedicate to memory and other functions.
3. Social isolation.
Hearing loss can lead to a feeling of isolation with profound emotional and physical consequences. Beyond discomfort, social isolation can cause physical and chemical changes in the brain associated with depression and other syndromes.
The 5 senses: use them or lose them
When hearing loss sets in, one of your senses deteriorates. And the worse it gets, the more your brain deteriorates.
With hearing aids, you can prevent this phenomenon: you allow your brain to hear more and prevent this area from deteriorating.
Without them, a part of your brain deteriorates, paving the way for Alzheimer's, dementia, and depression.
The more severe your hearing loss, the greater the risk of developing dementia or other mental disorders. This risk is multiplied by 3 in cases of moderate hearing loss and by 5 in cases of severe hearing loss.
What should I do if I suffer from hearing loss?
If you think you have hearing loss, we advise you to have your hearing tested. Several free tests are available online, or you can have your hearing tested at a hearing center by an audiologist.
If your hearing loss is severe to profound, we recommend consulting an audiologist and an ENT doctor. At this level, a more advanced solution may be necessary. In rare cases, the cause of your hearing loss is a pathology that must be treated before wearing any hearing aids. It is always best to be evaluated to be sure.
If your hearing loss is mild to moderately severe, less advanced solutions can already bring a significant improvement. Our rechargeable hearing aids are among the cheapest on the market: starting at $89 per pair for our Atom™ hearing aids and only $249 per pair for our high-end Atom Pro hearing aids.
Your hearing solution depends on your level of hearing loss and your budget. Keep these two criteria in mind, and if you don't need an ultra-sophisticated or overpriced device, try us! With a 45-day money-back guarantee, you take no risk.
Thank you for reading, and happy journey to better hearing!
