Jul 30, 2018
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Brenda Tullio, AuD
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2 min read
Sound Intensity
Excessive noise exposure is the most common cause of hearing loss. Intensity of sound is measured in “decibels” (dBs) on a scale that ranges from the faintest sound that the human ear can detect (0 dB) to the noise created by a rocket launch (180 dB). Because the decibel scale is a logarithmic scale, which goes up in powers of ten, every increase of 10dB on the scale is equivalent to a 10-fold increase in sound intensity, which generally translates into a doubling in loudness. That means that a sound of 20dB is 10 times more intense than a sound of 10dB. So, an increase from 85 dB (heavy traffic) to 95 dB (motorcycle) may be more intense than you realize.
The noise levels in many instances in our lives is enough to cause hearing to deteriorate, often without our being aware of it happening. Pilots, construction workers, rock musicians, even landscape artists wear ear protection while working. Do you spend lots of time in a noisy environment? Have you been experiencing hearing difficulties? There really isn’t any reason to wait any longer hoping the problem will go away, because it won’t. Take charge of your hearing—call The Ear Clinic at 226-909-0966 to arrange a complimentary hearing evaluation at 46 Nelson Street W., across from the LCBO.
P.S. Limit your exposure to sounds at or above 100 decibels to no more than 15 minutes, and limit sounds that are at or above 110 decibelsto no more than 1 minute.
Brenda Tullio, Au.D.
Owner, Doctor of Audiology, CASLPO Registered Audiologist
As the clinic owner and doctor of audiology, I oversee all clinic operations. Most importantly, I get to directly impact the quality of life of individuals who choose me as their hearing healthcare provider; whether through hearing improvement or earwax removal, I’m proud to be part of their journey through hearing care.
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