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Knysna Acoustics Complete Hearing Solutions - Melanie de Freitas

Melanie de Freitas
Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist

03/10/2025

👂 Your hearing deserves more than a one-size-fits-all fix.
We don’t believe in pushing products. We believe in listening to you, your story, your lifestyle, and your needs.
As independent audiologists, we’re free to choose from all the options out there and that means what we recommend is tailored to you, not a sales target.
From your very first assessment to every follow-up, our care is built on one principle: Patient-centred care. Because hearing care isn’t about devices, it’s about staying connected, confident, and fully present in the moments that matter. 🌿
📞 Take the step toward care that truly puts you first. Book your hearing test today with our and experience the difference.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

01/10/2025

👂✨ International Day of Older Persons ✨👂
Age should bring joy, wisdom, and connection not silence. 💔
If conversations feel harder to follow, or if voices and laughter sound distant, it might be more than “just ageing.” Untreated hearing loss can quietly steal independence, confidence, and even memory.
💡Clinical research now shows that hearing care doesn’t just restore sound it also helps to protect brain health and slow cognitive decline in older adults. Staying connected keeps minds sharp and hearts full.
🌿Healthy hearing is about more than ears it’s about living fully, engaging deeply, and preserving the stories that matter most.
📞 Don’t wait until the silence grows louder. Book your hearing test with our today, because your connections deserve to last a lifetime.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

29/09/2025

📋 Your October Hearing Checklist 🍂👂
A new month is the perfect time to give your hearing health some attention.
Here’s your quick checklist:
✅ Book your annual hearing screening – Early detection = better outcomes.
✅ Check your hearing aids & devices – Clean them, replace batteries/charge fully.
✅ Protect your ears – Keep earplugs handy for concerts, sports, or loud events.
✅ Watch for changes – Ringing in your ears, muffled hearing, or needing to turn up the TV are signs to get checked.
✅ Stay connected – Join conversations, social activities, and keep your brain active.
Healthy hearing means a fuller, safer, and more connected life. 🍁
📞 Book a hearing screening with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

26/09/2025

🧠 The Link Between Hearing & Dementia 👂
Studies show that untreated hearing loss can increase the risk of cognitive decline.
Why? When your brain has to work harder to process unclear sound, it has fewer resources left for memory and thinking. In addition, withdrawal from social contact reduces learning. Over time, this can impact brain performance.
The good news:
✅ Treating hearing loss with hearing aids or assistive devices can help keep you engaged, socially connected, and mentally active all of which support brain function.
✅ Regular hearing screenings mean changes are caught early, giving you more options for support.
Protecting your hearing is protecting your mind. 💡
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

24/09/2025

🔥 Heritage Day! Hear the Heartbeat of Home 🔥
Heritage Day is more than boerewors on the grill, it’s the sound of the braai sizzling, the echo of laughter, and the stories passed from one generation to the next.
It’s the music playing in the background, the clinking of plates, and the voices of family and friends woven into the fabric of who we are. 🥩🎶
At iCAN, we believe these moments are priceless and hearing them clearly is what keeps us truly connected to our heritage.
This Heritage Day, let’s celebrate togetherness, tradition, and the sounds that make South Africa home.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

23/09/2025

🤟 International Day of Sign Languages
Sign Language is more than a gesture, it’s connection.
Today we celebrate the beauty and richness of Deaf culture, and the power of sign language to bridge worlds. 🌍💙
Learning even a few basic signs can open doors:
👋 Hello – Wave your hand side to side
🙏 Thank You – Fingers from chin outward
❤️ I Love You – Thumb, index finger, and pinky up, other fingers down
Every sign you learn is another step toward inclusion, understanding, and equal communication access.
Let’s work together to make conversations accessible, because connection should never be out of reach.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

19/09/2025

⚠️ Hearing Loss & Workplace Safety ⚠️
In the workplace, hearing isn’t just about communication it’s about safety.
From hearing warning signals to detecting approaching vehicles or machinery, healthy hearing can prevent serious accidents.
The risks:
🔹 Untreated hearing loss can delay reaction time.
🔹 Missed verbal instructions can lead to costly mistakes.
🔹 Noise exposure without protection can cause permanent damage.
💡 Tip: Regular hearing screenings and proper hearing protection are essential for anyone working in noisy environments; whether it’s construction, manufacturing, or hospitality.
Your safety and the safety of those around you starts with your ears.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

17/09/2025

Seasonal Allergies & Ear Pressure. What’s the Link?
If spring has you sneezing, sniffling, and feeling pressure in your ears, you’re not imagining it.
Allergies can cause your Eustachian tubes (which connect your middle ear to the back of your nose) to become inflamed or blocked.
This can lead to:
🔹 A feeling of fullness in the ear
🔹 Muffled hearing
🔹 Ear pain or popping sounds
💡 Tip: Managing your allergy symptoms and staying hydrated can help reduce ear pressure. But if the discomfort lingers, it’s worth having your hearing and middle ear function checked, especially during allergy season.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

12/09/2025

Assistive Tech & Beyond
Your hearing solution isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither are we.
At iCAN, hearing care goes beyond fitting advanced, brand-independent hearing aids. We also provide:
🎧 Assistive listening devices: From TV streamers to remote microphones, helping you hear clearly in challenging environments.
🎯 Custom hearing protection: For musicians, industrial workers, and anyone exposed to loud environments.
🧠 Auditory processing support: Specialised strategies and tools to help your brain make sense of sound.
Because hearing health is about more than one device it’s about finding the combination of technology, protection, and professional care that works for YOU.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

10/09/2025

🔹 Certain illnesses or medications
Management tips:
✅ Limit exposure to loud sounds
✅ Manage stress levels (stress can make tinnitus worse)
✅ Enrich your sound environment and reduce focus on tinnitus
✅ Follow a healthy lifestyle to support overall ear health
See an Audiologist and Acoustician if:
📍 You have tinnitus
📍 It’s in one ear only
📍 It’s affecting your sleep, focus, or daily activities
You don’t have to “just live with it.” There are ways to manage tinnitus and improve your quality of life.
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

08/09/2025

📚✨ Happy International Literacy Day! ✨📚
Today we celebrate the joy of reading along with the stories that inspire us, the words that connect us, and the knowledge that keeps us growing at every age. 🌟
For book lovers, hearing is just as important as sight. It lets us enjoy audiobooks, podcasts, lively book club chats, and meaningful conversations that bring stories to life.
This Literacy Day, let’s celebrate not only the power of the written word, but also the gift of hearing that keeps us connected to every chapter. ❤️
📞 Book a hearing screening with our for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

05/09/2025

Behind every hearing test, every fitting, every follow-up… is a person who cares deeply about helping you reconnect with the world.
Our independent audiologists are more than just professionals they’re your partners in the journey to better hearing.
Because it’s not just about ears, it’s about moments, memories, and living life to the fullest. 🌿
📞 Book a hearing test with our for regarding your hearing health.
044 382 0800
knysnaacoustics1@gmail.com
knysnaacoustics.co.za

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Knysna
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