The RK Blog

Have you ever gotten your hearing tested? If yes, when was the last time you had your hearing checked?   If you’re like most people, it’s probably been a while, if ever.   While vision exams, dental cleanings, and annual physicals are regularly scheduled,...

Hearing loss can affect anyone at any age. While aging is one of the most common causes, many people don’t realize there are a wide variety of risk factors that can contribute to hearing decline.    At RK Audiology, we believe that education and early prevention...

Have you ever felt like your ear is full or blocked? Maybe your ear feels like it has pressure inside, and it won’t go away. That feeling can be annoying and even a little scary. You might wonder what is causing it and what you can do to make it better. Let’s talk...

Are you curious about ear candles? What do they actually do? Are they effective? Or just another hype? Ear candles have been marketed as a natural way to detox the ears and relieve sinus issues by removing earwax and other deep-seated dirt. Despite their growing hype...

Rechargeable hearing aids are becoming more popular because they are easy to use and better for the environment. Unlike traditional hearing aids that use disposable batteries, these have built-in batteries that you can recharge. This means you don’t have to worry...

Keeping your ears clean is important for your hearing health, but did you know that most people clean their ears the wrong way? At RK Audiology in Austin, TX, we want to help you understand the best and safest ways to clean your ears.  Why Is Ear Cleaning Important?...