Introduction To Hearing Assessment
If a person has hearing loss, then a hearing test or audiometry test will determine the severity of hearing loss. Depending on the severity and type, our expert audiologists will suggest the use of hearing aids or cochlear implants.
Hearing specialists are also known as audiologists and they determine the requirement of an audiometry tests. Newborn hearing screening popular in India. Its necessary in most of hospitals to do within 72 hours of birth along with rest of the tests like eye etc.
Signs You Need A Hearing Test
- Ideally newborns should be tested for hearing ability and people above the age of 50 should also include a hearing test in their regular medical checkups. Then again, a hearing screening test becomes imperative if you are experiencing trouble in hearing. This can be checked in some simple manners during your entire day.
- For instance, if you cannot hear the television program and you keep increasing the volume higher to the extent that others in your home become uncomfortable with the noise.
- If you experience a buzzing or ringing sound much like a cricket chirping you should immediately get an audiometry test done. Such a test is also essential if you have a family history of hearing loss and the people around you are pointing out your condition
- There could be pain, pressure or discharge in the ears which is a typical sign of underlying ear problems which you need to get treated.
Process Of Hearing Evaluation
When you visit our hearing aid clinic the first thing, we want to know is your hearing and ear health history along with any symptoms that you may be experiencing. Our audiologist will first conduct a physical examination of the ear and rule out ear wax or anything else obstructing your hearing. The next step is applying slight pressure in the ear to gauge the proper working of the ear drums. Following this is an actual hearing screening test where high end devices are used to ascertain the working of the nerves responsible for hearing and their proper functioning. Hence a hearing loss test at our clinic involves different steps and this is true whether you require to get your child or yourself tested for healthy hearing.
So, if you are hearing static noise, humming sound, ringing or any unusual sound then it is the right time to get a hearing test done. Then again ENT specialists also recommend that people above the age of 50 years need to get a test done regulary. The earlier you visit a Softone clinic the better it will be for you. So, book your appointment today and look no further if you have reached our website.
Process Of Hearing Evaluation
When you visit our hearing aid clinic the first thing, we want to know is your hearing and ear health history along with any symptoms that you may be experiencing. Our audiologist will first conduct a physical examination of the ear to rule out ear wax or anything else obstructing your hearing. Following this is an actual hearing screening TFT where high end devices are used to ascertain the working of the nerves responsible for hearing and their proper functioning. Hence a hearing test at our clinic involves different steps and this is true whether you require to get your child or yourself tested for healthy hearing.
So, if you are hearing static noise, humming sound, ringing or any unusual sound then it is the right time to get a hearing test done. Then again ENT specialists also recommend that people above the age of 50 years need to get a test done regulary. The earlier you visit a Softone clinic the better it will be for you. So, book your appointment today and look no further if you have reached our website.
Hearing Assessment FAQs
The first apprehension that patients visiting Softone clinics is whether they will have to carry a bulky hearing aid wherever they go.
This is not the case because we have a plethora of hearing aids that are virtually invisible.
Wearing a hearing aid will impact on the lifestyle of the patient?
No it will not affect the lifestyle. Some patient may need to wear out the ear aids but that too are very small and custom makes are totally invisible to others.
Are hearing aids very expensive?
The answer is that high end hearing aids may be a little expensive, but usually the price starts from very low amounts. The decision the amount you wish to spend on the hearing aid is completely yours. However, do take our experts’ advice on the one that is most suitable for you once the test is done.
What you should do if your baby has a hearing impairment.
For babies you may need to follow a different care regime and the hearing aid can be provided after a proper diagnosis including OAE & ABR tests. Hence do bear in mind that it is essential to take expert advice and get all the tests done before you take the remedy. If not diagnosed properly and the wrong hearing aid is used, it can result in further damage to the hearing.
What level of hearing loss requires a hearing aid?
Depends on patient's hearing need even a mild loss can get aid. Of course, the patient’s decision is also taken into account due to the fact that using a visible hearing aid can interfere with a person’s lifestyle. Also, in very severe hearing loss no benefit from aids.
Can a hearing test detect tinnitus?
No, it can measure the type & severity coz its uses of patient's perception.
What are the two types of hearing tests for hearing aid fitting?
The two main types of hearing tests are:
Objective: Physiological APR, OAE, impedance, etc.
Subjective: PTA, Speech audiometry, special tests- ABLB, SISI, TDT, etc.