It All Starts With Our Simple 3-Step Process
Hearing impairment affects more than just your ability to hear — it affects your quality of life.
Audio Professional Hearing Centers stresses the importance of an accurate and timely hearing test. The hearing evaluation is just the beginning of your treatment, and it’s essential to setting your unique care plan in motion and taking action on hearing loss. Your in-depth hearing evaluation will help us craft a treatment plan that renews your ability to hear, allowing you to truly hear your best and live life on your terms.
Step One: The Interview
The interview is a critical step in the process that is personalized to your specific listening situations and goals. In this step we’ll determine the nature of your hearing concerns and uncover any specific areas requiring further attention. Some typical questions you’ll want to prepare for are:
- Has anyone else in your family had hearing problems?
- Have you had any illnesses or injuries that might have affected your hearing?
- Have you taken any medications that might have contributed to hearing impairment?
- Have you been exposed to loud noises in your workplace or while participating in leisure activities?
Step Two: The Hearing Review
The hearing review is an important step in understanding how the auditory system helps us hear and how each part of the ear plays a critical role in the way we interpret sound from our environments. We’ll conduct a hearing exam and a diagnostic test that will identify where and why there may be moments lacking clarity in hearing or understanding – referred to as Sound Void®.
- A speech assessment measures how well you hear and understand ordinary conversation at different volumes
- A middle-ear evaluation measures how your eardrum and hearing react to varying degrees of air pressure
Step Three: Treatment Solutions
We will determine your course of treatment based on your hearing test results, hearing goals and listening lifestyle. Treatment solutions can include:
- Hearing Aids
- Cochlear Implants
- Aural Rehabilitation
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a hearing test take?
Approximately 20 minutes.
How often should I get my hearing tested?
This depends on lifestyle as well as age. Typically, we recommend an annual hearing test, whether there are signs of hearing loss or not, particularly if you are exposed to noise consistently through work or play. If you are exhibiting signs and symptoms of hearing loss, please call today to schedule an appointment.
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