The Hearing Evaluation: The First Step Toward Better Hearing

The Hearing Evaluation: The First Step Toward BetterHearing When a hearing loss is first noticed, it can be a bit disconcerting: Why can’t I hear like I used to? Am I going deaf? Do I have a tumor? Will I have to wear hearing aids? What do I do next? Everyone feels some sort of disappointment and possibly even a feeling of loss when they realize that a hearing loss is affecting theirability to communicate the way they’d like to.You’re not alone! Research says that nearly 28 million Americans havehearing loss. New technology advancements are making great strides in therealm of hearing amplification.Hearing aids are smaller, more adjustable and better in background noisethan ever before. And, hearing aids are improving the lives of people justlike you every day.So, what’s my first step?Once you realize that you’re not hearing like you used to, a diagnostichearing evaluation by an Audiologist is the best first step toward betterhearing. With this evaluation, your Audiologist can determine what type ofhearing loss you have, the severity of the hearing loss and the possiblesolutions.Several tests are necessary to determine the extent of the hearing loss andits effects on communication. All of the necessary tests will be conductedduring a one hour appointment and you will leave the office with a greaterunderstanding of how the hearing system works, how your hearingcompares to someone with normal hearing and how and why your hearingloss affects your ability to communicate.If the hearing loss is medically correctable, you will then be referred to amedical doctor who specializes in diseases of the ear.The Hearing Clinic336-617-2370

If hearing aids are the best possible solution, your Audiologist will discussthe different options and the improvements you can expect with theadvanced technology that is now available.It’s a good idea to bring your spouse or a friend or family member with youto this appointment.If you suspect you have a hearing loss, call to make an appointment for ahearing evaluation today!The Hearing Clinic336-617-2370

The Hearing Evaluation: The First Step Toward Better Hearing

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