Knoblach Hearing Care

08/05/2026

Is Your Hearing Ready for a Hurricane?

Create a hearing-device emergency kit checklist:

* Extra batteries or portable charger
* Cleaning supplies and drying container
* Protective waterproof pouch
* Written device information
* Backup way to communicate

ASHA specifically recommends keeping devices charged and including extra batteries, cleaning supplies, a power bank, and backup communication tools in a hurricane go-bag.

08/03/2026

August is National Wellness Month, a reminder to pay attention to the many parts of our health that help us feel and function our best.

We routinely schedule eye exams, dental cleanings, and general health checkups. Our hearing deserves that same attention.

Changes in hearing are often gradual. You may notice that conversations are harder to follow, television volume keeps creeping up, or background noise makes speech less clear. These small changes can affect communication, relationships, confidence, and your overall well-being.

A routine hearing evaluation can help you better understand your hearing and identify changes before they become more disruptive.

Make hearing health part of your wellness routine.

07/31/2026

Frank thought his hearing was “good enough.”

Then, in an unexpected moment, he saw just how much his hearing had changed, revealing all he had quietly missed.

Read “The Two Sweetest Words Hearing Loss Almost Stole” by Dean Knoblach, HAS, BC-HIS, CDP.



https://knoblachhearing.com/home/f/the-two-sweetest-words-hearing-loss-almost-stole

07/29/2026

Why Are Cotton Swabs Such a No-No for Cleaning Your Ears?

Many of us feel as though there is wax, dirt, or water in our ears, and the first thing we reach for is a cotton swab. We have all heard that we should not use them, but do you know why?

Cotton swabs can push wax deeper into the ear canal, creating a blockage that may leave your hearing feeling muffled. They can also scratch the delicate skin inside the ear, increase the risk of infection, or even damage the eardrum if they are inserted too far.

Your ears are designed to clean themselves. Talking and chewing help move old wax outward, where it can be gently wiped away from the outer ear with a washcloth.

Are your ears feeling blocked, or are you unsure whether earwax may be affecting your hearing? Check with us at Knoblach Hearing Care. We can take a look and help you determine the safest next step.

07/27/2026

If only turning on CAPS LOCK made conversations easier. 😄

When someone you love begins asking people to repeat themselves more often, simply speaking louder may not solve the problem. Hearing changes can make words sound unclear, especially when there is background noise.

A hearing check can help determine what is being missed and what may help bring conversations back into focus.

Questions about your hearing or the hearing of someone you love? Knoblach Hearing Care is here to help.

07/24/2026

This Sunday is Parents’ Day, and appreciation can be more than words.

Helping a parent or guardian schedule the hearing appointment they’ve been putting off may be one small act of care that makes everyday conversations easier.

Knoblach Hearing Care is here to help.

07/22/2026

A little preparation can make your hearing appointment even more helpful.

Before your visit, bring along your hearing history, medication list, current hearing aids if you use them, and any questions you want answered.

A family member or friend is also welcome if you’d like support or another perspective.

Knoblach Hearing Care is here to help you feel prepared and heard.

07/20/2026

Knoblach Hearing Care now offers payment options through Cherry, giving eligible patients a way to move forward with hearing care while breaking costs into more manageable payments.

If you have been putting off hearing aids because of the upfront cost, ask us about Cherry payment options at your next visit.

07/17/2026

Happy World Emoji Day!

How would you describe your hearing today using only emojis?

Are things sounding clear? Are conversations easy? Is the TV getting louder? Are restaurants feeling overwhelming? Is ringing or buzzing making things harder?

Drop your emoji answer in the comments.

A few starters:
👂✅ = Clear
💬😊 = Easy conversations
🎶🙂 = Enjoying music
📺🔊 = TV is louder
🍽️😵‍💫 = Restaurants are hard
🔔😩 = Ringing or buzzing

Whether your hearing is clear, frustrating, peaceful, or confusing today, drop your emoji combo in the comments below.

07/15/2026

Sometimes the brain fills in the blanks with what it thinks it heard.

Most of the time, it works surprisingly well.

Sometimes, it gives us Harold.

If conversations are starting to sound less clear than they used to, a hearing evaluation can help you better understand what may be going on.

https://knoblachhearing.com/home/f/who-is-harold

One of my favorite stories is not about hearing.