From baseline or workplace screenings to complete hearing and tinnitus assessments, we provide the expert hearing evaluation services you need.
Our experienced audiologists will provide comprehensive testing and ensure that you’re thoroughly supported.
What is involved in a hearing evaluation?
Hearing Screening
- Book appointment
- Come to clinic, meet staff, minimal paperwork, intake/history conversation with practitioner
- Pure Tone Audiogram
- Discuss results and next steps (where applicable) with practitioner
- Book full test (where applicable)
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Hearing Test
- Book appointment
- Come to clinic, meet staff, minimal paperwork, intake/history conversation with practitioner
- Pure Tone Audiogram
- Speech Reception Thresholds
- Word Recognition Scores
- Bone Conduction
- Middle Ear Assessment: Tymps and Reflexes
- Discuss results and treatment options (where applicable) with practitioner
- Book next appointment (where applicable)
Tinnitus
What is Tinnitis?
Tinnitus is the perception of sounds that are heard in one or both ears which do not come from an external source.
Tinnitus is a common condition, affecting 15% to 20% of people and is more common in older adults. Tinnitus is not a disease but can be a symptom of an underlying health condition.
In some cases the exact cause is never fully clear. here are some known causes:
Hearing Loss. When hair cells inside the inner ear are damaged, they can erroneously send electrical impulses to your brain which is heard as a ringing or buzzing. Individuals with noise-induced hearing loss and hearing loss due to Meniere’s Disease often experience tinnitus.
Medications. Several medications can cause or worsen tinnitus. Medications known to cause tinnitus include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), certain antibiotics, cancer drugs, diuretics, antimalarial drugs, and antidepressants.
Outer and/or middle ear pathology. Wax buildup, ear infections, eustachian tube dysfunction, and otosclerosis can impact ear pressure and function causing tinnitus.
Head or neck trauma. Head or neck trauma such as concussion and whiplash can affect any part of the auditory system and may cause tinnitus in one or both ears.
What does tinnitus sound like?
Tinnitus has been described by sufferers as a ringing, buzzing, roaring, clicking, whistling, humming, whooshing, or pulsatile sound. Tinnitus can vary in pitch and in loudness and may be heard in one or both ears. It may be constant, occasional, or rare in occurrence. In some cases, tinnitus can be so loud it interferes with your daily activities.
When should I get the ringing in my ears looked at?
If you or someone close to you is experiencing tinnitus they should have their hearing tested by a registered audiologist to rule out an underlying hearing loss or blockage in the ear canal and/or middle ear.
It is always wise to get your hearing tested at this time.
We’ll work with you to determine the root cause of the issue and provide effective solutions in the form of hearing aids, maskers, counselling, and rehabilitation.