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Our clients save at least $1000.00 over the lifetime of their hearing aids thanks to our free Continuous Care Guarantee.
We offer the latest technology from all hearing aid manufacturers, as well as comprehensive hearing aid adjustment and repair services in Winnipeg.
Our free Continuous Care Guarantee is our service guarantee that aims to keep your hearing aids up to date with free adjustments and minor repairs. Our goal is to keep your hearing aids working in peak condition for as long as you own them while saving the average customer at least $1000.00 over the lifetime of their hearing aids.
Hearing Loss vs Vision Loss: Neither Should Be Tolerated
If the hockey game was blurry and hard to see what was happening, you would do get your vision checked immediately. Hearing loss is
I Have Tinnitus & I Didn’t Recognize It
It’s true. Despite knowing what tinnitus is, I did not actually recognize that I was experiencing tinnitus because it was relatively minor and transient in
Lifestyle & Living Longer
While there is at least one scientific study that shows Canadians live longer and have healthier lives than our American neighbors, there’s one group of
Talking to Family & Friends About Hearing Loss
While convincing someone to seek help for hearing loss is the right thing to do, it is not always an easy conversation to have. Understanding
TV Assitive Listening: Sennheiser Flex 5000
Wireless TV listening devices let you watch TV, movies, or games at the volume you want with your own headphones while allowing other to enjoy
6 Easy Tips For Overcoming Hearing Loss
You may have already heard that May is Speech and Hearing Awareness Month. Increasing public awareness about the challenges faced by people with hearing loss
Hearing Humour
Are you not hearing the conversation as easily as you once did? To hear what you have been missing, give the Polo Park Hearing Centre staff
Musicians: 4 Fold Risk of Noise Induced Hearing Loss
Over the past several years the news has revealed an increasing number of musicians struggling with hearing loss. Rock icons and classical musicians alike are
How Small is Invisible?
Invisible (IIC) hearing aids are called invisible because they are only visible when someone is looking down your ear canal! Barely bigger than a jelly
3 iPhone Accessibility Options for Better Hearing
For people with hearing loss, the iPhone offers several useful features to make listening and using the device easier. Here are three accessibility options we
5 Tips: How to Safely Enjoy Music for A Lifetime
We love music and if your reading this, you likely do to. Thanks to the ubiquitous smartphone we can conveniently enjoy our favorite tunes any
11 Funny Misheard Lyrics About Food
Although this video is a light hearted look at misheard lyrics, trouble understanding speech is one of the first signs of hearing loss. Human speech
Surfer’s Ear – In the Prairies?
When you think about all the different factors that could cause a person to lose their hearing, cold weather wouldn’t necessarily be in the top
Hearing Aids vs. Hearing Amplifiers
From time to time we are asked if there is a difference between hearing amplifiers and hearing aids. It’s a good question to ask
December 2017 Holiday Hours
Our 2017 holiday hours are: Open: 23rd 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Closed: 24th – 28th Open: 29th-30th 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M If you
Do I Really Sound Like That?
Do you like the sound of your own voice when it’s recorded and played back? Most people don’t and wonder “Do I really sound like
Smartphone On – Ears Off!
Ever wonder why someone looking at smart phone appears to be ignoring you? You know they can hear you, but it takes them 2 minutes
Hearing Aids Free Trial: 45 Days – No Obligation
Give the gift of hearing this Christmas! Try a pair of hearing aids free for 45 days with absolutely no obligation to purchase. We will
Reducing The Risk of Dementia
Few things scare me more than the thought of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline as I age. It’s not just the personal impact, but
Remembrance Day – November 11th 2017
The staff at Polo Park Hearing Centre remember the brave men and women who have served our nation.
The Nightmare Machine – Horror Movie Sound Effects
“The Apprehension Engine” is possibly the world’s most disturbing musical instrument. If you have ever wondered how horror movie makers create those creepy sounds, watch
Auditory Illusions: Can You Trust Your Ears?
This fun video explains how our mind can misinterpret what we hear. Featured are several cool examples of how what you see while listening can
3 Famous People That Overcame Hearing Loss
Bill Clinton William Jefferson Clinton served as the 42nd president United States and was found to have high frequency hearing loss during a yearly physical
Cool Sound Experiment Visualizes Frequencies
The visualization of frequencies may be a bit “geeky”, but it’s also just plain cool! If you want to find the secrets of the universe,
Can Loud Sounds Be Deadly?
While this interesting video explores the dangerous side of loud sounds, it also does a great job of showing the mechanism of noise induced hearing
Guns & Roses: Post Concert Hearing Loss vs Earplugs
The recent Guns N’ Roses: Not In This Lifetime tour was the perfect venue to test the effectiveness of our custom molded earplugs to prevent
Protect Your Hearing With Nutrition
We often talk about protecting our hearing with items like earplugs. Ear plugs help protect your hearing from noise induced damage. Did you know that
Can Silence Be Good for Your Health?
According to variety of studies silence can indeed be good for your overall health. There is a growing movement of people seeking to spend time
Amazing Marble Music Machine
While there are much easier ways to make music, few are as entertaining. This YouTube video has over 51,277,406 views as of the time this
Tired of Missing Things Due to Hearing Loss?
If you are “tired of missing things” you a not alone according to this survey’s results. Isolation is a common feeling when people suffer from
Amazing Video: See How Sound Affects Matter
I don’t think I will “look” or hear sound the same way again. This amazing video shows how sound waves can move matter in different
Real-World Review: Custom Moulded Ear Plugs
I’ve been putting off getting a set of good earplugs for a long time – until now. For the past week, I’ve been testing a
iPhone Turns 10: Starkey Was Listening
On June 29, 2007, the iPhone went on sale for the first time revolutionizing how we communicate. Pinch to zoom, auto correct, selfies, threaded messages
Hearing Humour II
Have a great weekend! To hear what you’ve been missing, call the Polo Park Hearing Centre Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5:30
Deaf Singer Mandy Harvey Inspires
On Tuesday’s America’s Got Talent, Mandy Harvey age 29, told the audience about her total hearing loss and her inspirational journey back to music. After
Friday Hearing Humour
Smile – it’s Friday! To hear what you’ve been missing, call the Polo Park Hearing Centre Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Motorcycling: How Loud Is It?
With Ride For Dad 2017 just around the corner, we decided to run another our informal test to measure the effects of riding a motorcycle
Snowmobiling: How Loud Is It?
Do the response over our previous blog post about noise induced hearing loss Logan (2017): How Loud is it?, we decided to run another informal
Hearing Loss Is Expensive
It’s widely accepted that hearing loss can have a profound impact on both the individual and their family. Along with an number of the personal
May The 4th Be With You: When Do You Hear It?
In keeping with May the 4th being Star Wars Day, we wanted to share something fun without rehashing Star Wars cliches. Comment and let us
Logan (2017): How Loud is it?
We decided to run informal experiment to see how loud a movie theater can be and if a viewing a movie could cause temporary hearing
10 Signs You May Have Hearing Loss
To hear what you’ve been missing, call the Polo Park Hearing Centre Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and Saturday between 10
What Happens to Our Hearing When We Sleep?
Recently we were asked what happens to our hearing when we sleep? The answer is fairly straight forward: while we are sleeping, our ears continue
Does Sound Affect Taste?
Ever wonder why “airplane food” invariably tastes bland? This clip from The Nature of Things offers us an answer: When you sit back and think
Link Found Between Healthy Diet & Better Hearing
University of Florida researchers have found a link between healthy eating and better hearing. More specifically they have shown a link between better hearing in
Golf – A Threat to Your Hearing?
I must admit that the articles I found about golf potentially causing hearing damage caught me off guard. If anything, we associate a game of
4 Reasons to Treat Hearing Loss
When it comes to getting treatment for hearing loss, it’s not uncommon for people to wait several years before acting. The stat we read was
Can Common Pain Relievers Impact Your Hearing?
If you regularly take ibuprofen, acetaminophen (Tylenol), or naproxen (Aleve) for pain relief, you may be increasing your risk of hearing loss. Research suggests that
Cool Christmas Display & Our Holiday Hours 2016
Happy Holidays from all of us at Polo Park Hearing Centre! Our holiday hours are as follows: Friday December 23rd 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Buyer Beware: Hearing Amplifiers Sold As Hearing Aids?
Buyer beware – mislabeled hearing amplifiers being sold online as hearing aids. Amplifiers will not perform the same as hearing aids and are sold at
Simple Vertigo Relief You Can Do At Home
It’s estimated that 1.5 Millions Canadians along with more than 7 million Americans suffer from vertigo. The symptoms of vertigo are described as the feeling that
Diabetes Doubles Hearing Loss Risk
After reading through several hearing loss studies about the most common contributing factors to hearing loss, we decided we would highlight the effect of diabetes
Remembrance Day – November 11th 2016
This Remembrance Day we came across this article Most Canadians Want More Ways To Remember Fallen Soliders: Poll on the HuffingtonPost.ca website and thought we would share it’s
The Night Before
Polo Park Hearing Centre is closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the Remembrance Day weekend. We will re-open Monday November 14th at 9:00 A.M.
Discover How Hearing Loss Really Sounds
Have you’ve ever wondered what it’s like for your friends or family members to struggle to hear a conversation with mild, or even severe hearing
Hearing Aids – 30 Day Free Trial
To reserve your place in our trial or get more information about hearing aids or hearing tests, call our staff during regular business hours at (204)
Cost VS Quality
While reading the list of features for a set of “discount” hearing aids sold by a big-box retailer know for low prices, I was surprised so see
Starkey Tunz: Custom Moulded Audio Monitors
If you want true comfort and sound isolation, Starkey Tunz are custom moulded ear plugs that fit precisely for your ears to block out unwanted noise while delivering
New Technology Let’s You Hear Without Your Ears?
If you need a hands free solution and you are tired of having to stick an electronic device into your ear, there is a solution.
Sir Elton John Gives Gift Of Hearing
Elton John’s comment says it all when it comes to hearing and hearing loss: “It’s something that you take for granted, your hearing …” Polo
Hearing Aid Battery Tips – Air Up Time
This video explains why and how long you should “air up” your hearing aid battery. At Polo Park Hearing Centre, we provide state of the art Rayovac and
Easy Ways to Maximize Hearing Aid Battery Life
Hearing Aid Battery life We are often asked question “how long should my hearing aid batteries last?” There is no easy answer because everybody has
Phantom Word Illusion – What Do You Hear?
The phantom word illusion is one of several interesting psychological effects in this video that shows how the human brain’s attempt to decipher complex sounds can
Holiday Hours for July 2016
We are closed for the July long weekend. this includes Canada Day the 1st through to Sunday the 3rd of July. We are back to regular
Ducati Monster: How Loud Is It?
Inspired by the Ride For Dad 2016, we decided to test a classic big twin cylinder motorcycle know for it’s unique sound. No, it’s not
How Dolphins Use Sound to “See” – And What It Teaches Us About Hearing
Dolphins don’t rely on sight the way we do. Instead, they use sound to understand the world around them – a process called echolocation. By
MB AirShow 2016 – How Loud Is It?
To find out just how loud an airshow can get, we traveled to Southport airport minutes away from Portage la Prairie to take in the now
Custom Moulded Earplugs – Protection Without Distortion
Noise induced hearing loss is almost always avoidable and despite that fact, noise induced hearing loss is growing in Canada. Hearing loss can be a direct
All Gone Pete Tong: An Inspirational Movie Worth Watching
In keeping with the fact that May is Speech & Hearing Awareness Month, we thought we would suggest a movie with the theme of overcoming hearing
1.1 Billion Teens & Young Adults Risk Hearing Loss
The World Health Organization has identified exposure to recreational noise as the greatest threat to the hearing health of teens and young adults . Some 1.1
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Growing
In a recent news release the Canadian Hearing Instrument Practitioners Society (CHIPS) identified noise induced hearing loss as a growing health issue. The release also highlighted
Hearing Loss Quotes – Helen Keller
This quote is widely credited to Helen Keller, On researching it we found information posted by Tom Harrington, a Reference and Instruction Librarian, he was never
Hearing Humor – “Say Grace”
If you have questions about your hearing, or wish to book a hearing test, please feel free to call us anytime during regular business hours
Understatement of the Year
If our blog had an “Understatement of the Year” award I would give it to Bill Austin, the man behind the Starkey Hearing Foundation. In this star packed
That Ringing In Your Ears Could Be Tinnitus
What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus (“TIN-a-tus” “Tin-EYE-tus”) is a medical term used to describe a symptom that is depicted as the sensation of hearing sound when none is
Dementia & Hearing Loss – 6 Million Canadians At Risk?
1 in 6 people, roughly 6,008,000 Canadians will develop hearing loss and potentially be at a greater risk for developing dementia. To put that number
Understand Hearing Loss by Experiencing It
The Starkey hearing loss simulator not only simulates different levels of hearing loss, it shows the specific parts missing of speech that are missing versus what
Hearing Aids – 30 Day Free Trial 2016
Do you have questions about the 30 Day Free Trial? If so, call our staff during regular business hours at (204) 788-1083 or use our contact form below:
What Causes Tinnitus?
Causes of Tinnitus Tinnitus, often described as a buzzing or ringing sound that does not go away, can be caused by any of the following:
Easter Bunny Candidate?
This article from the Guinness World Records online edition made us smile: The worlds longest rabbit ears in a complete span were measured at 79 cm
St. Patrick’s Day: What You Shouldn’t Do With Your Ears
This world record is astonishing! It’s also not recommended… Official as of March 17th 2016: “The heaviest weight lifted by pierced ears is 14.9 kg (32 lb
Hearing Shapes & Colour: Synesthesia
The full video: Skip to hearing colours: From Wikipedia: “Synesthesia (also spelled synæsthesia or synaesthesia; from the Ancient Greek σύν syn, “together”, and αἴσθησιςaisthēsis, “sensation“)
How Old Is Your Hearing?
This short video offers an age based “hearing test“, a few hearing tricks and some humor. After all, it’s Friday – have a great weekend! Watch
Ice Racing: How Loud Is It?
On a sunny Saturday afternoon in Portage la Prairie, we joined the Winnipeg Sports Car Club for their ice racing event at Island Park, just
Wisdom Wednesday – Hearing Loss is Often Painless
Hearing loss is most often painless and develops slowly over the years. Many people don’t notice the early signs until conversations at family dinners, restaurants,
Wisdom Wednesday: Hearing Well vs Looks
Hearing well trumps any embarrassment from wearing a hearing aid. Book a test today! #WisdomWednesday #hearingloss #hearingtests
Diabetes: A Risk Factor for Hearing Loss
Diabetes and hearing loss are being linked: “Researchers suggest that hearing loss in diabetics is due to poor circulation.” Avoiding hearing loss by maintaining your overall
Health Risks of Untreated Hearing Loss
Prevention beats treatment every time. Have your hearing tested before it’s too late. PoloParkHearing.com (204) 788-1083 Untreated hearing loss is more than just an inconvenience
How Common is Hearing Loss?
How Common is Hearing Loss? Hearing loss is more common than you might think. 1 in 6 Winnipeggers—that’s more than 130,000 people—will experience hearing loss
Noisiest Workplaces: F1 Race Car
Noisiest Workplaces: F1 Race Car The cockpit of a Formula 1 race car is officially considered by Guinness World Records to be the noisiest workplace
Pro Boxing at The Event Centre: How Loud is It?
High Stakes Havoc 2: Boxing, Noise, and Hearing Health On October 22nd, 2015 we attended the Club Regent Casino’s Event Centre for a sold out
Listen & Learn
The Power of Listening The Dalai Lama once said: “When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you
Bill Austin – Changing The World
Bill Austin, the founder of The Starkey Hearing Foundation shares his compelling message with us in the video below. Imagine hearing your grandchild’s laughter for the
How Our Hearing Works: Exploring Human Hearing
The Amazing Human Ear Every day we take the ability to hear the sounds around us for granted. Our hearing provides us with an amazing ability