You might not notice your hearing changing right away. Maybe you miss a few words here and there, or conversations start taking more effort than they used to. HearCare Audiology offers comprehensive hearing tests for people throughout the Central Okanagan.
Our audiologist conducts precise diagnostic evaluations. These tests identify exactly which frequencies are slipping. We focus on realistic solutions that fit your routine.
Who Needs a Hearing Test?
If you regularly work around noisy equipment or heavy machinery, routine testing can help you keep track of your hearing over time. The same can be helpful if loud concerts or other high-volume events are a regular part of your life.
You may also decide to schedule an evaluation when something about your hearing feels different. Sounds may seem less clear than before, or you might notice ongoing buzzing or pressure in one ear.
What to Expect During Your Hearing Assessment
A thorough hearing evaluation looks at how well you hear different pitches and how clearly you understand speech. Your appointment starts with a conversation about your medical history, your routine and the situations where hearing has become more difficult.
Common tests may include:
- Pure-tone testing: Measures the softest sounds you can hear at different pitches.
- Speech testing: Checks how clearly you understand words at different volume levels.
- Tympanometry: Looks at how well the eardrum and middle ear are working.
Testing is adjusted for adults and children over six based on their individual needs. We’ll also review your results with you so you understand what they show and what the next steps might be.
Personal Solutions That Fit Your Routine
Your hearing test gives us a starting point for deciding what comes next. If purchasing hearing aids is an option you want to explore, we’ll talk about where you spend your time and the situations where you want more clarity.
We’ll explain the available hearing aid styles and how each one works from day to day. You’ll have a chance to compare features and ask questions before deciding.
Once you’ve chosen a device, we program it using your results. We can then adjust the settings based on how things sound once you start wearing it in your regular routine.