Placid Audiology

Placid Audiology Hearing and Tinnitus Center- Karen Wolff, AuD, Doctor of Audiology

National Wellness Month: Hearing Edition๐ŸŽง Are both my ears affected equally?Great question โ€” and the answer is: Not alwa...
08/07/2025

National Wellness Month: Hearing Edition

๐ŸŽง Are both my ears affected equally?

Great question โ€” and the answer is: Not always.
Many people experience asymmetrical hearing loss, where one ear hears better than the other. This can be caused by things like:
โ€ข Noise exposure
โ€ข Ear infections
โ€ข Earwax buildup
โ€ข Underlying medical conditions

Even a small difference between ears can affect how you localize sound, understand speech in noise, or stay balanced.

๐Ÿ’ก Your ears are a team โ€” if one struggles, the other has to work harder.

Thatโ€™s why regular hearing checks are a vital part of your overall wellness routine. Make an appointment at Placid Audiology today by calling (518) 523-0090 .

We often get asked, โ€œWhat are the different types of hearing loss?โ€Letโ€™s break it down:๐Ÿ”Š Conductive Hearing LossCaused b...
08/05/2025

We often get asked, โ€œWhat are the different types of hearing loss?โ€

Letโ€™s break it down:

๐Ÿ”Š Conductive Hearing Loss
Caused by problems in the outer or middle ear โ€” like earwax buildup, infections, or fluid. Often temporary and treatable.

๐ŸŽง Sensorineural Hearing Loss
The most common type. This involves damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve โ€” often permanent and usually treated with hearing aids.

๐Ÿ” Mixed Hearing Loss
A combination of conductive and sensorineural. It means both the outer/middle and inner ear are affected.

๐Ÿ‘‚ No matter the type, understanding your hearing loss is the first step to better hearing โ€” and better living.

Make an appointment at Placid Audiology to get your hearing checked today by calling (518) 523-0090 and take control of your wellness.

August is National Wellness Month โ€” and that includes your hearing! ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ‘‚Did you know that hearing health is closely tied t...
08/01/2025

August is National Wellness Month โ€” and that includes your hearing! ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ‘‚

Did you know that hearing health is closely tied to brain health, communication, and overall well-being?

Prioritizing your hearing can:
โœ”๏ธ Reduce risk of cognitive decline
โœ”๏ธ Strengthen social connections
โœ”๏ธ Decrease feelings of isolation
โœ”๏ธ Improve safety and independence

Healthy hearing is a key part of a healthier you.

Schedule a hearing check this month by calling (518) 523-0090 โ€” your future self will thank you.

๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™ Because Everyone Deserves to Hear ๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŒAt Placid Audiology, weโ€™re proud to partner with Hearing the Call, a movement bri...
07/31/2025

๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’™ Because Everyone Deserves to Hear ๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŒ

At Placid Audiology, weโ€™re proud to partner with Hearing the Call, a movement bringing hope and hearing to those in need โ€” locally and around the world.

Through compassionate care, donated services, and outreach missions, we help restore the gift of hearing to individuals who otherwise wouldnโ€™t have access.

๐Ÿ”น One hearing test can change a life.
๐Ÿ”น One set of hearing aids can reconnect a family.
๐Ÿ”น One act of kindness can echo across generations.

โœจ When you support your hearing health with us, youโ€™re also helping someone else hear for the first time.

Together, weโ€™re Hearing the Call.

๐Ÿ‘‚ Hearing loss doesnโ€™t have to hold you back โ€” and you donโ€™t have to face it alone.At Placid Audiology, we specialize in...
07/29/2025

๐Ÿ‘‚ Hearing loss doesnโ€™t have to hold you back โ€” and you donโ€™t have to face it alone.

At Placid Audiology, we specialize in more than just hearing tests and devices โ€” we help people reconnect with life, loved ones, and all the sounds that make it beautiful.

๐Ÿ”น Trouble hearing in groups?
๐Ÿ”น Turning the TV up too loud?
๐Ÿ”น Asking people to repeat themselves?

These could be early signs of hearing loss โ€” and weโ€™re here to help.

โœจ Take the first step. Schedule a hearing evaluation today and start hearing life again by calling us today at (518) 523-0090.

๐Ÿ‘‚๐ŸŽ‰ Audiology: Itโ€™s Ear-Resistibly Awesome! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‘‚Think audiology is all hearing tests and hearing aids? Think again!Weโ€™re th...
07/24/2025

๐Ÿ‘‚๐ŸŽ‰ Audiology: Itโ€™s Ear-Resistibly Awesome! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‘‚

Think audiology is all hearing tests and hearing aids? Think again!

Weโ€™re the sound detectives of the healthcare world โ€” helping you catch every โ€œwhat?โ€ before it turns into a โ€œhuh?โ€ ๐Ÿ˜„

๐Ÿ’ฌ We help you hear the punchline of the joke.
๐ŸŽถ We make sure your favorite song still gives you goosebumps.
๐Ÿ“บ And yes โ€” we help keep the TV volume at peace-treaty levels.

Audiology = science + heart + a whole lot of listening (literally).

๐Ÿ‘ Shoutout to our amazing audiologists for making the world a clearer, more connected place โ€” one ear at a time!

Connect with us here at Placid Audiology today.

๐Ÿ›‘ Can hearing loss be prevented?โœ… Yes โ€” and it starts with a few simple habits!๐Ÿ‘‚ Your hearing is worth protecting for li...
07/22/2025

๐Ÿ›‘ Can hearing loss be prevented?
โœ… Yes โ€” and it starts with a few simple habits!

๐Ÿ‘‚ Your hearing is worth protecting for life. Hereโ€™s how:
๐Ÿ”‡ Avoid loud noises when you can
๐ŸŽง Use headphones safely โ€” keep volume below 60%
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Wear ear protection in noisy environments
๐Ÿšญ Quit smoking โ€” it affects circulation to the ears
๐Ÿ’Š Review medications for ototoxic effects (yes, some can damage hearing!)

Donโ€™t wait until itโ€™s too late to turn the volume down on risk.

๐Ÿ‘‚โœจ Ear Cleaning: What Your Audiologist Wants You to Know โœจ๐Ÿ‘‚We all want clean ears โ€” but did you know that improper ear c...
07/18/2025

๐Ÿ‘‚โœจ Ear Cleaning: What Your Audiologist Wants You to Know โœจ๐Ÿ‘‚

We all want clean ears โ€” but did you know that improper ear cleaning can actually cause more harm than good?

๐Ÿ”น Avoid using cotton swabs deep inside your ear canal โ€” they can push wax further in or cause injury.
๐Ÿ”น Earwax is natural and protective! It traps dust and keeps your ears healthy.
๐Ÿ”น If you feel discomfort, fullness, or reduced hearing, it might be time for a professional ear cleaning.

At Placid Audiology, our audiologists safely remove earwax buildup and check your hearing health, ensuring your ears stay clean and healthy.

โœจ Donโ€™t risk your hearing with DIY methods โ€” trust the experts.

Book a safe ear cleaning appointment today and give your ears the care they deserve!

๐Ÿ’™ Did you know by supporting us here at Placid Audiology, you are helping to change lives around the world?When you supp...
07/15/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Did you know by supporting us here at Placid Audiology, you are helping to change lives around the world?

When you support us, youโ€™re also supporting Hearing the Call โ€” a global movement bringing hearing healthcare to those in need. ๐ŸŒ

Every visit, every appointment, every referral helps fuel outreach clinics, provide hearing aids, and restore connection and dignity to individuals around the world.

๐Ÿ‘ YOU are part of the impact.
Thank you for choosing a provider who gives back.

โœ… Think you might have hearing loss? Hereโ€™s what to do:1๏ธโƒฃ Notice the signs โ€” turning up the TV, asking โ€œWhat?โ€ more oft...
07/10/2025

โœ… Think you might have hearing loss? Hereโ€™s what to do:

1๏ธโƒฃ Notice the signs โ€” turning up the TV, asking โ€œWhat?โ€ more often, or missing parts of conversations
2๏ธโƒฃ Schedule a professional hearing test with us here at PRACTICE
3๏ธโƒฃ Explore the best solution for you โ€” your audiologist will help you for what fits your lifestyle

๐Ÿ‘‚ The sooner you act, the better the outcome. Donโ€™t waitโ€”take the first step toward better hearing today! Reach out to us at (518) 523-0090 .

๐Ÿ”Š Struggling with tinnitus or background noise? Youโ€™re not alone โ€” and youโ€™re not out of options.๐ŸŽง Todayโ€™s hearing aids ...
07/08/2025

๐Ÿ”Š Struggling with tinnitus or background noise? Youโ€™re not alone โ€” and youโ€™re not out of options.

๐ŸŽง Todayโ€™s hearing aids do so much more than amplify sound. They help you focus on voices, cut through noisy environments, and even include tinnitus relief features like sound therapy and masking tones.

โœจ Whether youโ€™re in a busy restaurant or dealing with that constant ringing, thereโ€™s real support available.

๐Ÿ™Œ Better hearing, more peace of mind. Contact us here at Placid Audiology today at (518) 523-0090.

๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘‚ Celebrate World Chocolate Day with Sweet Sounds! ๐Ÿ‘‚๐ŸซThis July 7, while youโ€™re indulging in your favorite chocolate tre...
07/07/2025

๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘‚ Celebrate World Chocolate Day with Sweet Sounds! ๐Ÿ‘‚๐Ÿซ

This July 7, while youโ€™re indulging in your favorite chocolate treats, donโ€™t forget to celebrate the sweet sounds around you too!

Good hearing lets you enjoy lifeโ€™s little pleasures โ€” from laughter and music to conversations with loved ones.

At Placid Audiology, weโ€™re here to keep your hearing as rich and delightful as your favorite chocolate bar.

โœจ Treat your ears right โ€” schedule a hearing check-up today and keep savoring every sound life has to offer!

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2218 Saranac Avenue
Lake Placid, NY
12946

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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