Case History and Communication Assessment: We begin with a thorough review of your hearing, lifestyle and communication history, taking time to understand your unique journey and any previous concerns or interventions. Our team assesses current communication methods, whether you use verbal communication, AAC devices, sign language, or a combination of approaches.
Physical Examination: Our audiologists conduct a careful visual inspection of your ears and ear canals to identify any obvious structural concerns or barriers to hearing. We assess for wax buildup or other obstructions that might affect your hearing and perform tympanometry testing to evaluate how well your middle ear is functioning. This non-invasive test helps us understand if there are any mechanical issues affecting sound transmission through your ear.
Pure Tone Audiometry: This fundamental hearing test assesses your hearing sensitivity across different sound frequencies, from low-pitched to high-pitched tones. We conduct both bone and air conduction testing to determine whether any hearing loss is related to problems in the outer/middle ear or the inner ear and auditory nerve.
Speech Audiometry: Beyond just hearing tones, we evaluate your ability to understand and process speech sounds, which is crucial for effective communication. Testing includes assessment in both quiet environments and with background noise, as real-world listening often involves competing sounds.