Hearing Center of Long Island - August 2018

Hearing Center of Long Island - August 2018

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August 2018

Lessons From the Boss Inspiration from ‘Springsteen on Broadway’ Long Island Sound

When Bruce Springsteen was an awkward kid who felt like a misfit, growing up in a rundown rented house in Freehold, New Jersey, he probably never imagined he would one day be accepting a Special Tony Award. Last June, he was on the Radio City Music Hall stage at age 68 doing just that. He was being honored for his current Broadway show, “Springsteen on Broadway,” a stripped-down one-man show based on his 2016 autobiography His Broadway show and the memoir it is based on offer some interesting life lessons from a man who has pursued his passion and, as a result, has been providing joy, comfort, and inspiration to loyal fans all over the world for nearly five decades. His success as well as his creative output have outlasted most of his mussical contemporaries. While I am no rock star, I am inspired by Springsteen’s passion and dedication. At an early age, before he could even play guitar, he discovered the power of music to motivate, comfort, and change the lives of listeners. After deciding he wanted to be involved in that process, he began devoting himself to developing his talent and perfecting his craft, practicing for hours on end, closely studying other performers, and playing with his band in every venue imaginable. When his “Born to Run.” I recently had the pleasure of attending the show.

work started to resonate with millions of people across the country, he worked even harder, exceeding the expectations of his audience and becoming legendary for giving it his all. His 3-hour-long concerts left many fans with memories of his passion and dedication that would last for years to come. I would like to think I have the same passion and dedication for helping people enjoy the life-changing results of better hearing. Since I was a teenager, I have been interested in the ways that hearing and communication, music and conversation enrich our lives and relationships. When I discovered audiology, I became engrossed with its study and threw myself wholly into the field. From then on, I spent countless hours developing my skills and building my audiology practice to serve my patients with more high-quality care and service than they could expect from other providers. Since 1996, all of us at Hearing Center of Long Island have been giving it our all for our patients, continuing to develop and refine new ways to serve them. “Springsteen on Broadway” is devoid of the trappings of a traditional Broadway production. Standing on stage alone in a black T-shirt and jeans, with nothing more than a piano, guitar, and the brick wall behind him, Springsteen simply tells the audience about his colorful —

Dr. Larry waiting for the show to start.

and often difficult — life through stories and songs. It is a unique approach to a Broadway show, but it is effective. At Hearing Center of Long Island, we take our own unique approach to hearing care, dedicating ourselves to providing our patients with the service and care they need to live happy, full lives, with meaningful relationships.

–Lawrence Cardano, Au.D.

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Beyond Noise: 3 Little-Known Causes for Hearing Loss

Noise is everywhere around us. In fact, in recent years, countless studies have indicated that hearing loss is on the rise, since Americans are subjected to a nearly endless cacophony as we navigate the world. But beyond noisy trains and roaring blenders, there are many causes of hearing loss that people aren’t aware of. Here are a few of the lesser-known culprits. The Gym Getting exercise will always be good for you, but your ears may not agree. If you lift weights at a popular gym chain,

you probably don’t even notice how loud the music is cranked up. Over time, this din can cause serious damage to your hearing — especially if you go to spin class, the biggest culprit. Consider wearing some earplugs the next time you hit the treadmill. Diabetes and Other Blood Conditions Diabetes, high blood pressure, and other issues that restrict your blood flow can damage key cells that help you hear properly. The cells that send sound signals to your brain can deteriorate

over time if they don’t get the nutrients they need. In fact, people with diabetes are actually twice as likely to experience hearing loss as the rest of us. Obesity In a classic Catch-22, your hearing is damaged if you go to the gym, but it’s also damaged if you never work out. One 2013 study linked a higher body mass index to an increased risk of hearing loss. That doesn’t mean you have to go crazy and lose a bunch of weight to lower your risk, though — walking just two hours a week can reduce your risk by 15 percent.

What Our Patients Are Saying

“Prior to coming to Hearing Center of Long Island, I was extremely bothered by my hearing loss. Having solo conversations or even just watching television were major problems. Having the TV too loud, talking too loudly, and the ringing in my ears (tinnitus) were depressing.

When Stephon Foster came to our office, he was struggling with both hearing loss and tinnitus. As an engineer working for Tesla, the ability to have conversations with co-workers and to concentrate on solving problems is important to him – as well as leisure activities like enjoying television. His hearing difficulty and tinnitus made those things strenuous and difficult at times. As you will read in his comments below, Hearing Center of Long Island audiologist Dr. Lorrain Rein helped him solve those problems. Thank you, Mr. Foster, for allowing us to provide your hearing care and for allowing us to share your comments with our readers.

Mr. Foster with Dr. Lorraine Rein, Au.D.

“I would certainly recommend Hearing Center of Long Island to anyone struggling with hearing difficulty or tinnitus.”

“Now, with my hearing aids, life is that much better. The tinnitus is mastered with the fine-tuning of Dr. Rein, and my overall hearing experience in life is grand. I am beyond happy with everything.

-Stephon Foster, Laurelton NY

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The Key to Long-TermHearing Satisfaction

Our Dedication to Post-Fitting Care

In each of the last few issues of the Long Island Sound, we have covered one of the six key steps we use at Hearing Center of Long Island to ensure our patients receive long-term hearing satisfaction, as described in Dr. Larry’s book, “Better Hearing With or Without Hearing Aids.” This month, we will be discussing the sixth and final step: Post-Fitting Care. We systematically ensure that our patients receive the ongoing maintenance and care necessary to enjoy the benefits of care for the long term. How can I be sure to get long-term hearing satisfaction? At Hearing Center of Long Island, we use a three-step procedure to ensure our patients continue to get the most out of their hearing aids. 1. Acclimation Period If you get new hearing aids, you may need

some time to become accustomed to improved hearing. We normally recommend a schedule in which you gradually increase daily hearing aid use, beginning with just two to three hours per day. During this acclimation period , your audiologist will help you get used to your device and coach you on how to use certain features that will maximize their benefit. 2. Scheduled Continuing Care Visits We schedule continuing care visits to evaluate hearing aid function down the road, so we can make any adjustments and address your concerns on an ongoing basis. A visit to our office every six months can go a long way toward long-term hearing satisfaction. 3. Unscheduled Service Occasionally, you may also need unscheduled service in case something goes wrong or you have

any questions. We offer daily walk-in service with no appointment needed. We are equipped to provide many repairs in-house that other offices would need to outsource to the manufacturer. And if repairs cannot be completed the same day, we provide state-of-the-art hearing aids to use while you wait. Excellent hearing treatment goes beyond a quick device-fitting — it is an ongoing process wherein you communicate with your audiologist to address concerns and maintain maximum hearing satisfaction. At Hearing Center of Long Island, we’re dedicated to helping you for the long- term, enabling you to experience life on a deeper level today and for years to come.

On Listening “Where words fail, music speaks.” –Hans Christian Andersen The Sound of Laughter

Spaghetti Squash &

This recipe is a favorite of Hearing Center of Long Island audiologist Dr. Jennifer Lazzaro.

Chicken With Avocado Pesto

Dr. Jennifer in the kitchen

Instructions Ingredients • 1 (2 1/2- to 3-pound) spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise • 1 ripe avocado • 1 cup packed basil leaves • 1/4 cup unsalted shelled pistachios • 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1. Heat oven to 400 F. Coat a baking pan with cooking spray. 2. Place squash on the pan, cut side down. Bake until tender, about 45 minutes. 3. Combine avocado, basil, pistachios, lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Add 4 tablespoons oil and process until smooth.

• 1 clove garlic • 3/4 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 4. Ten minutes before the squash is done, toss chicken, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a bowl. Spread the chicken in the pan with the squash. Bake until cooked through, about 10 minutes. 5. Scrape the squash from the skins into a bowl with a fork. Add the chicken and toss. Top with the pesto.

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INSIDE This Issue

Page 1 Dr. Larry Sees ‘Springsteen on Broadway’ Page 2 3 Surprising Causes for Hearing Loss Our Patients Say It Best Page 3 Our Dedication to Post-Fitting Care Spaghetti Squash and Chicken With Avocado Pesto The Sound of Laughter On Listening Page 4 The Strangest Holidays in August

If you know someone who might like to receive our newsletter, just have them call us at (516) 872-8485 to request a free subscription. August’s Silliest Holidays Are These on Your Calendar?

August 27: National ‘Just Because’ Day This celebration is really scratching the bottom of the holiday barrel. Joseph J. Goodwin created National “Just Because” Day in the 1950s. It’s a day to do something “just because.” Be spontaneous and have a little fun. There’s no one way to celebrate, which is fitting, given that the existence of the holiday seems to defy logic altogether.

don’t expect to see any Hallmark cards devoted to National Wiggle Your Toes Day anytime soon. August 13: Left-Handers Day About 10 percent of the population is left-handed. Lefties may be stuck in a right-hand- dominant world, but on August 13, they rule the roost. Originally founded in England, Left-Handers Day has taken off in the U.S. Righties are encouraged to try out a left-handed approach for the day. Lefties, for their part, are free to be themselves. August 17: National Thrift Shop Day Thrift shops are a staple of American commerce, so it makes sense that there is a day devoted to them. Take the day to hunt for lost treasures and screaming deals. Many thrift shops also benefit nonprofit organizations, giving you even more reason to frequent them.

February has Valentine’s Day; September has Labor Day; December, of course, has Christmas; and August has, um, National Raspberry Cream Pie Day. August may not host any major holidays, but it doesn’t lack for some of the goofiest on the calendar. August 6: National Wiggle Your Toes Day While the origin of this holiday is uncertain, it’s held every year on August 6. To celebrate, people are encouraged to wear sandals, flip flops, or other toe- exposing footwear. You can also frolic barefoot in the grass or simply stretch those digits throughout the day. Just

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