Huron Valley Hearing Inc

At Huron Valley Hearing, your audiology evaluation is not just a "hearing test." The very basic definition of an audiology evaluation is to determine your ability to hear sounds. The purpose of audiologic assessment is to determine the degree of hearing loss, the type of hearing loss, and the configuration of the hearing loss. The audiology evaluation consists of several components: Case History: a series of questions to fully understand your symptoms. Otoscopy: looking in the ears to ensure ...

At Huron Valley Hearing, your audiology evaluation is not just a "hearing test." The very basic definition of an audiology evaluation is to determine your ability to hear sounds. The purpose of audiologic assessment is to determine the degree of hearing loss, the type of hearing loss, and the configuration of the hearing loss. The audiology evaluation consists of several components: Case History: a series of questions to fully understand your symptoms. Otoscopy: looking in the ears to ensure there are no infections, excessive earwax, drainage in the ear canals, or a hole/tube in the eardrum that may affect your test. Impedance Testing: air pressure is introduced into the ear canal to assess eardrum movement. Loud sounds are presented to check for a reflex that typically occurs. Abnormal results of impedance testing can indicate certain types of ear infections or disorders. Pure Tone Testing: Using earphones and with an oscillator behind the ear, the audiologist is able to distinguish between the three types of hearing loss. This type of testing also determines the configuration and the degree of the hearing loss. Speech Testing: Helps determine your ability to decipher and discriminate speech, as these results may impact the benefits of amplification. Balance Testing Individuals who are experiencing problems with their balance may undergo a series of tests to help determine the cause. These tests may include: ENG (Electronystagmography): evaluates the balance system of the inner ear. ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response): evaluates portions of the auditory pathway (hearing nerve). ECOG (Electrocochleography): assists with diagnosing Meniere's Disease.