Hearing loss is often associated with aging but there is a clear link between listening to and producing music that we will be focusing on during the month of September.
Music is wonderful and we all love listening to it and appreciate the skill that goes into producing it for our listening pleasure. However it is a fact that many musicians and those associated in producing music are at high risk of hearing loss, even at an early age. It is not restricted to rock musicians either, as classically trained musicians are equally at risk. Even the music teacher who is exposed to sound 5 days a week is at risk.
Over the next couple of weeks we will look at:
All information is provided in the interests of Hearing Health education and is of a general nature. In all cases you should consult your doctor or other allied health professional for advice regarding your individual circumstances.