Do I have hearing loss?
There are many different causes of hearing loss. It can be hereditary or just be a part of the aging process. It can be triggered by a blast of loud noise, infections, the effects of toxins or by injury. The good news however is that there are many incredible solutions to successfully assist most types of hearing loss.
Common signs of hearing loss include:
- A lack of hearing detail and definition
- Asking your loved ones to repeat themselves
- Having the television up too loud
- Having to seriously concentrate to hear people in conversation
- Misunderstanding people
- Difficulty in noisy environments
Your Audiologist will determine the extent and cause of your hearing loss by checking your ears and testing your hearing.
If left untreated, the negative effects of hearing loss can be quite profound and lead to more psychological issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and reclusiveness.
If you have noticed a change in your hearing, then please don’t hesitate to book an appointment with one of All About Hearing’s experienced Audiologists at Woolpit Clinics.
The next steps: What you need to know
After a full audiological assessment and diagnosis of your specific hearing loss, your Audiologist will recommend tailored solutions where appropriate. This often, though not always, involves some form of hearing aids. Your Audiologist have access to every available hearing device on the market and will help you to find the best solution for your needs.
It is their job to take the time to find the right products to maximise your hearing potential.
Hearing loss can be a frustrating and isolating experience but with the help of hearing aids, All About Hearing’s patients are able to improve their ability to hear and communicate effectively.
There are hundreds of hearing aid models to choose from, resulting in an overwhelming choice. They use our years of experience to choose the best industry leading, reliable manufacturers who have evidence-based solutions, for the majority of hearing losses.
Hearing devices are technological marvels
If you are considering purchasing hearing aids, it’s important to know that you have a range of options to choose from.
The latest technology in hearing devices offers a variety of incredible features, such as noise-cancellation, Bluetooth connectivity, and directional microphones, which all greatly enhance your listening experience.
Hearing aids vary in size and style and how they fit in your ear; but they all carry the same basic parts that carry external sounds, most importantly speech, to your ear. Some are so small they are invisible on most people; others fit wholly or partly into the ear canal. Others fit behind the ear with a very slim wire running in to the canal.
Hearing technology is improving and evolving all the time and our Audiologists ensure that they are up to date with the most recent developments and will only suggest the most technologically advanced and suitable solutions.
Aftercare excellence
To ensure you get the very best from your hearing aids, they offer all our patients a personalised aftercare package – this is tailored to you based on your experience with hearing aids, level of hearing loss and confidence with the technology. They understand that every patient is unique, therefore so is your aftercare plan.
Regular aftercare is vital to ensure your hearing aids are still operating to its full potential and continuing to provide you with the best possible experience.
For some, rehabilitation may be required over a period of time to get the very best results. This may be due to you being a first time wearer of hearing aids, significant changes in your hearing levels or perhaps you just need help getting used to the level of technology you have selected.
This is no different to getting used to a new pair of glasses or a change of medication; everyone has their own adaptation time and we will support you on every step of your hearing journey.
