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Hearing Tests
Hearing Testing & Audiological Services in Naples, FL.
What To Expect During Your
Hearing Test Appointment
Detailed Case History
Taking a case history involves gathering comprehensive information about a patient’s medical, hearing, and social history. This includes inquiries about current symptoms, past medical conditions, medications, noise exposure, family history of hearing loss, and lifestyle factors. The information aids in diagnosing hearing problems and tailoring treatment plans.
Otoscopic Examination
An otoscopic examination involves visually inspecting the ear canal and eardrum using an otoscope. This handheld instrument allows clinicians to assess the ear’s external and middle structures for abnormalities, such as inflammation, wax buildup, infections, or structural issues. The examination aids in diagnosing ear conditions and guiding appropriate treatment.
Middle Ear Testing
Middle ear testing is a diagnostic procedure aimed at assessing the function and health of the middle ear. It typically involves tests such as tympanometry and acoustic reflex testing, which measure the mobility of the eardrum and the reflexive response of the middle ear muscles to sound stimuli, aiding in the diagnosis of middle ear disorders.
Audiometry
Audiometry is a diagnostic method used to evaluate hearing function by measuring an individual’s ability to perceive sounds at various frequencies and volumes. Conducted by audiologists, audiometry assesses hearing thresholds, aiding in the identification of hearing loss types, degrees, and configurations, guiding appropriate intervention and treatment strategies.
Why Hearing Tests are Important
Hearing tests play a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Early detection of hearing loss through regular testing enables timely intervention, preventing further deterioration and potential associated health risks. These tests provide valuable insights into an individual’s auditory health, guiding appropriate treatment strategies such as hearing aids or assistive devices. By ensuring optimal hearing function, hearing tests promote effective communication, social engagement, and improved quality of life for individuals of all ages.
- Early detection of hearing loss
- Prevention of further deterioration
- Identification of potential health risks associated with hearing loss
- Guidance for appropriate treatment strategies
- Implementation of timely interventions, such as hearing aids
- Promotion of effective communication
- Enhancement of social engagement
- Improved quality of life
- Monitoring of auditory health over time
- Identification of hearing issues in infants and children
Noise Induced Hearing Loss
18% of adults aged 20-69 have speech-frequency hearing loss in both ears from among those who report 5 or more years of exposure to very loud noise at work, as compared to 5.5 percent of adults with speech-frequency hearing loss in both ears who report no occupational noise exposure.
Hearing Loss Statistics in The U.S.
One in eight people in the United States (13 percent, or 30 million) aged 12 years or older has hearing loss in both ears, based on standard hearing examinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a link between hearing loss and age?
There is a strong relationship between age and reported hearing loss: 18 percent of American adults 45-64 years old, 30 percent of adults 65-74 years old, and 47 percent of adults 75 years old or older have a hearing loss.
Why should my hearing be tested in a sound booth?
A sound booth ensures soundproofing from outside sources allowing us to achieve an accuracy in our fitting and programmable not obtainable in a noisier environment. Our primary goal is to maximum the benefit our patients receive from their hearing devices.
Who is the typical person suffering from tinntus?
Of adults ages 65 and older in the United States, 12.3 percent of men and nearly 14 percent of women are affected by tinnitus. Tinnitus is identified more frequently in white individuals and the prevalence of tinnitus is almost twice as frequent in the South as in the Northeast.
How many adults could benefit from hearing aids?
Approximately 28.8 million adults in the United States alone could benefit from using hearing aids.
Are there different styles of hearing aids?
There are three basic styles of hearing aids. The styles differ by size, their placement on or inside the ear, and the degree to which they amplify sound.
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