Elevate Audiology- Hearing & Tinnitus Center

09/09/2025

Pears on pears on pears on pears 🍐🍐🍐🍐

P.S. these are from our land's tree. How blessed are we that we have trees that feed!!

09/09/2025

Our office has 🍐🍐🍐🍐!!!

Stop by and grab some...if you make pie please share! 😉

09/09/2025

🏈 I recently stumbled upon a heart warming story about a young high school football player in Ohio with hearing loss. He is hoping to get a hearing‑impaired helmet so he can better hear his teammates on the field.

👂As an audiology practice rooted in this community, stories like Cole’s light us up. They remind us that hearing is about connection, which includes teammates and coaches, too!

We love supporting young people like Cole:
👏 Celebrating their determination
🦻 Providing the tools they need, like specialized gear, custom fitting, and care
🌟 Inspiring other young athletes to chase dreams, not let hearing loss hold them back

To Cole (and every student chasing a goal): we see you, we cheer for you, and we’re here for you. On AND off the field. 👏 We hope he was able to secure a new football helmet!

🏅Let’s keep lighting up this community together. Tag a local athlete who inspires you!

09/08/2025

👋 Meet the Team Monday! We’re excited to put the spotlight on one of the amazing Audiologists at our practice: Dr. Ooms!

Whether they’re helping patients feel comfortable, troubleshooting hearing aids, or just bringing great energy to the office, Dr.Ooms is a big part of what makes our team so special. To help you get to know them a little better, we asked a few fun fall-themed questions:

🎃 Favorite fall activity?
“Sitting outside at night under the stars because the weather in the fall is perfect for it.”

🍁 Go-to fall sound?
“Leaves crunching.”

☕ Pumpkin spice: Yes or no?
“No, I prefer cinnamon.”

👂 What’s your favorite part of working in audiology?
“As someone who loves to talk, I love helping people have the ability to participate more in conversations.”

We’re so proud of the care our team provides, and we love giving you a peek behind the scenes. Drop a 👋 in the comments to say hi to Dr. Ooms!

09/07/2025

💬 We’re blushing... 💬

We don’t like to brag, but when a patient takes the time to share kind words like this, we can’t help but feel proud of what we do:

✨”Excellent service and fabulous people skills! Thank you for your patience in working with me to get my hearing aids at the best level for me. I understand more about how to use my controls to hear better and I can have conversations with my wife more easily!”

These are the moments that remind us why we love what we do. 👂

We’re honored to be a place people trust with their hearing health.

🔍 If you’ve been searching for a provider who truly listens, we’d love to meet you. Please reach out to us today!

09/06/2025

Battery blues?

How’s your battery life lately? 🔋As a general rule of thumb, rechargeable hearing aids typically last 18–30 hours per charge, assuming they are fully charged every night. If you find yourself charging more often, or swapping batteries too frequently, it might be time for a quick check.

It could be your usage, your settings, streaming frequency, or your hearing aids might just need a refresh. Let’s figure it out together. Come in for a quick hearing aid check appointment, and we’ll get to the bottom of it!

09/06/2025

We need your help with nominations! Please click the link and submit your nomination for Elevate Audiology.

It's time to pick your favorites the 2025 KABOOM Awards contest! Vote for your favorite family-friendly organizations in Upstate SC.

09/05/2025

💪👂 Did you know staying active might help protect your hearing?

📑 A recent study published in JAMA Network Open found that people who exercise regularly tend to have better hearing than those who don’t. Why? Exercise helps improve blood flow and overall cardiovascular health, and both are critical for keeping those tiny sensory cells in your inner ear healthy and working well.

👎 On the flip side, a sedentary lifestyle may increase the risk of hearing loss over time.

So next time you’re thinking about skipping that workout, remember: your ears benefit from it too!

Want to protect your hearing while boosting your health? Get moving, and if you have questions about your hearing, send us a message or call to schedule a hearing check-up.

👇 What is your favorite way to stay active?!



[Source: Kuo P, Di J, Ferrucci L, Lin FR. Analysis of Hearing Loss and Physical Activity Among US Adults Aged 60-69 Years. JAMA Netw Open. 2021;4(4):e215484. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.5484]

09/05/2025

We're excited to be providing Auditory Processing services at Elevate and we need YOUR help spreading the word!

Please nominate us for Best Family Specialist using the link below. You can nominate once per day, per email. These awards bring awareness to the local businesses that make our community thrive!

Thank you for your time!

It's time to pick your favorites the 2025 KABOOM Awards contest! Vote for your favorite family-friendly organizations in Upstate SC.

09/04/2025

During their first visit, I always ask my patients about the medications they’re taking, because some of them can quietly impact your hearing. I recently read an article that shared a nice summary of the common medication to be mindful of when it comes to your hearing health.

💊 Painkillers, heart medications, certain antibiotics, and certain chemo drugs… are all considered ototoxic, meaning they can damage the delicate structures of your inner ear.

👂 Sometimes the effects are temporary, like a bit of ringing or muffled sound. But other times, the damage can be permanent, especially if the meds are taken long-term.

🩺 If you’ve noticed changes in your hearing after starting a new medication, please don’t brush it off. Let your doctor know, and let’s talk about doing a baseline hearing test so we can monitor things over time.

👂 You keep track of your heart, your eyes, your blood pressure…don’t forget your ears.

Please reach out to us if you have questions or want to schedule a hearing check. We're here to help.

09/03/2025

“I hope they don’t ask me a question - I won’t know how to respond.”

🤐 “Nod and smile… just nod and smile.”
😩 “Why is everyone mumbling lately?”

“Did they just say what I think they said… or did I mishear that again?”

👂 Does this sound familiar? Hearing loss often sneaks up gradually… so slowly… and many people are genuinely shocked when a mild loss is finally diagnosed.
But those “little” misunderstandings? They add up. Causing anxiety, stress, mild paranoia, even social withdrawal.

You have a dentist. A primary care provider. Maybe even a chiropractor and optometrist.

🦻 But do you have an audiologist?
If you’ve been struggling to keep up with conversations or second-guessing what you heard, it’s time to check in on your hearing health.

✨ Contact us today to schedule your hearing exam. We’re here to help you hear your best.