Maybe you already know you or a family member is dealing with hearing
loss. Then again, it may be happening so gradually that you aren’t
quite aware that it’s even an issue. Unlike many conditions, hearing
loss is often difficult to detect in its early stages. By
visiting Ear to Ear Hearing Solutions, you can have your hearing properly
assessed. Even a slight hearing loss can have an impact on your daily
life. There is no reason for anyone to miss all of the important
sounds in life.
Hearing loss often occurs slowly and has many causes, such as exposure to
noise or aging. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
(ASHA) strongly advises people to use noise-canceling headphones or earplugs
when they are in noisy environments or activities.
What is a Hearing Assessment?
If you have less than normal hearing or suspect hearing loss, a visit to Ear
to Ear Hearing Solutions will help to determine the extent of hearing loss
and provide a consultation for the best solution. We will conduct a
complete scientific hearing evaluation to evaluate your hearing. Your
results will be combined into a report known as an audiogram, which is a
standard way of representing a person’s hearing loss. Most audiograms
cover the limited range of sound, which is most important for clear
understanding of speech. Your audiogram results will be reviewed with
you in detail to help you decide what options would deliver optimal results.
Who Should be Assessed for Hearing Loss?
While more than 30% of people over the age of 65 have some type of hearing
loss, 14% of those between 45 and 64 have hearing loss. For those
between the ages of 18 and 44, close to 8 million have hearing
loss. Adults should be screened at least every 10 years through
age 50 and at 3-year intervals after.
Why Should I Get a Hearing Assessment?
Hearing loss can interfere with your quality of life, restricting your
ability to interact with others, causing misunderstandings and fatigue,
heightening stress and filtering out the myriad of sound experiences that
give pleasure and meaning to life. It may be a natural part of the
aging process, but few of us want to admit that we are growing older.
Research shows that untreated hearing loss can:
Increase stress, exacerbating other health issues, including anxiety and
depression
Isolate individuals and keep them from enjoying friends, family and other
activities
Hearing loss is a medical condition that requires consultation
and comprehensive testing. No matter the cause of your hearing
loss, it is a serious condition that disconnects people from the world
around them. Contact Ear to Ear Hearing Solutions for an assessment,
and take a step towards better hearing.