Do you struggle to hear what people say when there are other people around?
Are meetings, parties and social events becoming slightly stressful to you?
You are not alone. Hearing loss is one of the most common chronic health conditions, currently affecting millions of people worldwide. Statistics indicate that the prevalence of hearing loss increases with age and already more than 10% of the population over the age of 45 years has a hearing loss. Hearing loss also occurs in children and as many as 6 of every 1000 children may be born with hearing loss. Considering how common ear infection occurs which could further lead to speech and language delays, the statistics on hearing loss is staggering.
Hearing loss can be successfully managed in various ways. Most people with hearing loss can be helped either with hearing aids, or surgical intervention or implants. A diagnostic hearing test helps us to identify which part of the ear is causing the hearing loss. From there we can explore the different treatment options and hearing aid products together to find a solution that works for you.
We provide the following hearing care services:
Diagnostic hearing evaluation for adults and children
We are able to evaluate the functioning of the ear starting from 48 hours after birth through to adulthood and geriatrics. Our equipment and test methods are adapted for different age groups and special needs in order to get the optimal information about that person’s ear and hearing. The diagnostic hearing test indicates the part of the ear that may need intervention, and we make those decisions together with the patient based on the test results and the patient’s individual needs. When it is necessary, we refer to trusted ENT’s, GP’s or other health care professionals for medical treatment and follow up after the treatment was completed.
Hearing instruments
We work with a variety of hearing aids and products from different companies to ensure that we find the best solution for you. Together we will discuss your needs, your preferences and your medical aid support (where applicable) and provide you with guidance to make the right decisions. A trial period with hearing aids is well recommended in our practice and we gladly offer that service to you. We fit your hearing aids with precision – objective “Real Ear Measurement” testing is performed to ensure that we reach the prescribed targets accurately and that you get to hear what you have been missing. When hearing aids are fitted, we follow up regularly to ensure that we maintain the correct settings and that the hearing aids are working optimally.
Industrial services
We are able to measure and report for industrial and operational/HR related processes. We conduct hearing screenings and diagnostic hearing tests as requested and calculate the PLH values as required. Further recommendations as stipulated are made based on the results. Custom made hearing protection is also offered.
Ear and hearing protection
We can provide you with a variety of custom made plugs for a perfect fit in your ear. Different ear plugs can be made for swimming, sleeping, musicians, and noise protection against noise of any kind.
Ear wax management
We are trained to remove and manage wax in the ear canal.