Hearing Tests

There are many hearing tests that are used worldwide to determine the severity of hearing loss. Hearing Solutions Memphis uses a variety of modern standards to make assessments, all with the goal of finding out more about the client’s condition. Not all tests end with getting a hearing aid, and everyone will have different treatment options. It serves as a start to figuring out the root of the problem and the correct way to combat it long-term. All tests are uncomplicated sessions led by trained specialists that tend to an individual’s questions.

Diagnostic audiologic evaluations

Usually, the children and adults referred for this evaluation have failed an initial hearing screening. Diagnostic audiologic evaluations are done to probe further into possible hearing loss and determine how serious it is. The tests that are done will vary based on the person’s age, severity of hearing loss and previous medical history.

  • Pure-tone testing
  • Bone conduction testing
  • Speech testing

If the hearing loss is in a child, then reviewing the results with the specialist is the most important part of the process for parents. This short session can answer direct questions related to the results and what the next course of action is. For some parents, the session also puts their mind at ease.

Diagnostic hearing evaluations

Audiologists at Hearing Solutions Memphis have a comprehensive set of tests ready for Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations. After the test, not only can the type of hearing loss be identified, but it can also give specifics that are important to understanding the condition.

  • Air and bone conduction testing
  • Speech testing
  • Distortion product otoacoustic emissions testing
  • Auditory brainstem response testing
  • Tympanometry or acoustic immittance testing

This covers some of the most comprehensive tests available in the industry. The results of the tests from Hearing Solutions Memphis will make the original effort worth it. When done correctly, it pinpoints the best solution to the problem and can even find a group of the best hearing aids for a user’s preference. Just make sure to set up to an hour aside for the test, not including time to discuss the results afterwards.

Always make it a priority

Think of these tests as the start of a professional relationship with an audiologist. They gain a better understanding of the specific condition they’re treating, while also answering questions before and after the tests. Clients should always come prepared with questions that the tests won’t answer.