Medical History Review

During this stage, the audiologist will gather information about your past and current medical conditions, including any medications you may be taking, as well as your family medical history.

This information allows the audiologist to have a better understanding of your overall health and any factors that could potentially impact your hearing. It is important to be honest and thorough during the medical history review stage so that the audiologist can derive the most accurate test results to provide you with the best possible treatments. With the information obtained, the audiologist can determine the most effective and successful course of action to take based on your personal auditory needs. So, don't be afraid to share any and all details related to your medical history during your hearing test!

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Otoscopy

An otoscopy is a commonly performed procedure that hearing healthcare professionals use to examine the ear canal and tympanic membrane for any signs of physical damage or obstruction.

Using an otoscope, which is a small, handheld instrument that has a light and magnifying lens at the tip, the audiologist can get a better view of the inner ear and identify any abnormalities or signs of infection. An otoscopy is non-invasive, usually taking only a few minutes to perform, and is generally effortless. It is especially important for children and individuals with chronic ear issues to have regular otoscopic exams to ensure proper ear health, and they are an essential component for diagnosing and treating outer and middle ear complications.

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Tympanometry

Tympanometry is a diagnostic test that measures the movement of the eardrum in response to changes in air pressure.

Like otoscopies, they are also non-invasive procedures that can provide valuable information about the function of the middle ear, including the presence of fluid, infection, or other conditions that may affect hearing. During the test, a small probe is inserted into the ear canal that alters the air pressure within the aural cavity while the patient remains still. A pure-tone sound stimulus is applied at specific intervals, and the results are then analyzed to determine the extent and location of any abnormalities. Tympanometries are essential procedures in most hearing assessments and are particularly useful for diagnosing children who may be experiencing frequent ear infections or other issues related to the middle ear.

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Speech Testing

Speech testing is a vital procedure when it comes to assessing the extent and nature of hearing loss.

It allows audiologists to measure an individual's ability to understand and recognize spoken words at varying volumes and frequencies while situated in a soundproof room or booth with a pair of headphones on. Speech testing helps to accurately diagnose the severity of impairment and to isolate underlying causes of hearing loss, assisting in the development of optimal treatment plans that are tailored to the patient's needs. Furthermore, speech testing can identify whether the individual has a problem with sound localization, hearing loss in one or both ears, or an inability to comprehend dialogue in noisy environments.

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Air and Bone Conduction Testing

Like speech testing, air and bone conduction assessments are essential stages of comprehensive hearing exams.

Air conduction testing measures the minimum level of sound that a person can hear when various tones and frequencies are played through headphones as they sit in a soundproof space, while bone conduction testing measures the ability of the inner ear and auditory nerve to pick up vibrations conducted through the skull. These two different types of evaluations help audiologists identify whether a person's hearing loss is caused by a physical problem in the outer and middle ear or whether it is a result of damage to the inner ear and nerve systems, allowing them to develop optimal, personalized treatment strategies for each patient. While both types of testing are integral, only air conduction testing can determine the exact degree and type of hearing loss a person may have.

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Hearing Aid Testing and Exams

Complete hearing tests are quick and painless, lasting anywhere between 30 minutes to an hour.

Most of us don't give much thought to our auditory ability until it begins to fail.

Getting a hearing test may seem daunting, but it's quite a brief, straightforward process.

Medical History Review

Otoscopy

Tympanometry

Speech Testing

Air and Bone Conduction Testing

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Medical History Review

During this stage, the audiologist will gather information about your past and current medical conditions, including any medications you may be taking, as well as your family medical history.

Otoscopy

An otoscopy is a commonly performed procedure that hearing healthcare professionals use to examine the ear canal and tympanic membrane for any signs of physical damage or obstruction.

Tympanometry

Tympanometry is a diagnostic test that measures the movement of the eardrum in response to changes in air pressure.

Speech Testing

Speech testing is a vital procedure when it comes to assessing the extent and nature of hearing loss.

Air and Bone Conduction Testing

Like speech testing, air and bone conduction assessments are essential stages of comprehensive hearing exams.