What are swimmer’s plugs?

Swimmer’s plugs protect the ears by preventing water from entering the ear canals. They are made of a waterproof silicone that blocks the opening of the ear canal, providing a tight seal that keeps out water. Swimmer’s plugs are great for swimmers, surfers, rafters and snorkelers, and can be used to keep the ears dry when showering or bathing, as well.

What are hunter’s plugs?

Specially designed hunter’s earplugs utilize acoustic filters that amplify ambient noise, allowing the user to hear his or her surroundings better; when the weapon is fired, these filters soften the sound to protect hearing. They include a valve that closes automatically when struck by a sound wave, limiting the volume that reaches the ear.

What are musician’s plugs?

Regular earplugs cause distortion and muffled speech by reducing higher frequency sounds. High-fidelity musician’s plugs reduce all sounds evenly while maintaining quality, so that music and speech is as close to the original as possible. They include a number of interchangeable attenuators, filters that offer varying levels of sound protection depending on the type of instrument used and the venue played.

What are musician’s monitors?

Musician monitors are in-ear musician’s earplugs designed to provide noise reduction without affecting the clarity of music or speech. Standard earplugs reduce sounds in the higher range of frequencies, leading to distortion and muffled speech. Hi-fidelity musician monitors reduce sounds evenly, providing clear and natural-sounding music and speech.

Hearing Protection & Custom Earmolds | Heuser Hearing Institute

Protecting your hearing can go a long way in preventing hearing loss and we encourage patients to explore the best options for hearing protection. Loud noise exposure is responsible for more cases of sensorineural hearing loss amongst Louisville residents than anything else, including the natural aging process. If you’re regularly or even occasionally exposed to loud sounds at concerts, during sports events, at work, while using tools or as you’re enjoying recreational hobbies, you need to be wearing quality ear protection. Custom earmolds are a great option to protect your ears from sound.

Custom Earplugs

Many industrial workers and outdoor enthusiasts opt for custom earplugs for the best quality and fit. Since each plug is made specifically for your individual ears and hearing needs, you can expect these plugs to sit snugly in your ears without any discomfort. You should wear earplugs in any setting where you are exposed to sounds over 85 decibels.

Hunter’s Plugs

Many of our patients in Louisville and throughout Kentucky and Indiana enjoy hunting. Unfortunately, a single gunshot can cause irreversible damage to your ears without proper protection. Custom hunter’s earmolds are designed for ease of use. They allow in the quiet sounds from your surroundings, while blocking the damagingly loud noises (like gunshots) from entering your ears. This is possible because hunter’s plugs are equipped with a tiny valve that automatically and instantly shuts when a loud sound wave makes contact with the device.

Swim Earmolds

Swim earmolds offer the best in waterproof ear protection. Since they’re formed for a mold of your ears, they offer a tight seal while still being extremely comfortable. Swimmer’s plugs can be used for any activity, such as boating, swimming, showering and more. These plugs are popular with children and adults who suffer from chronic ear infections.

Musician’s Monitors

If you are a musician, your risk of hearing loss is much greater than those who aren’t regularly exposed to loud music. Musician’s monitors are a must-have for hobbyists and professional musicians who play or are around electric instruments. These devices work as both feedback monitors and earplugs simultaneously. This means that they block out the loud, unwanted sounds around you while also delivering quality sound from your instrument or your entire band at a safe volume.

Call Heuser Hearing Institute at (502) 584-3573 for more information or to schedule an appointment.