With the days getting longer and the weather improving, social get togethers are increasing, and the Christmas break is now only a couple of months away. For those with a hearing loss, this can be a challenging time. Here are a few communication tips to make it easier. Wear your hearing instruments The most important…
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What is a diagnostic hearing test?
A ‘diagnostic hearing test’ is also known as a ‘complete’, or ‘full’ hearing test. It is an in depth assessment that looks at the function of your outer, middle and inner ears and takes approximately 30 minutes. HISTORY We review your history of ear disease, take a note of any ear or hearing symptoms you…
What is a Screening Hearing Test?
A screening hearing test, or check, is a simple assessment that can identify hearing loss. It is generally offered free of charge. Procedure A staff member will set a file up for you on an app on a phone. We will find you a quiet spot for the test (the waiting room or, if it’s…
It’s not business as usual
Here we go again. Hopefully this time the disruption will be less significant. Due to the Level 3 Lockdown that is currently in place in Auckland we are unable to run our business in the way we normally can. We are still able to carry out some, but not all of our services. In a…
What is sudden sensorineural hearing loss?
A sudden hearing loss is, exactly as the name infers, a noticeable decline in hearing that occurs over a few hours, or a few days. Some sudden hearing losses are conductive in nature, while other hearing losses are described as sensorineural. The difference in classification is determined by where these hearing losses originate. Sudden Conductive…
Get to know Helen better!
Helen Smithson was born in the Waikato but grew up on Auckland’s North Shore. She is married and has three amazing children, two cats and a dog. Helen has been friends with practice owner and audiologist, Emma Russell, since their children met at day care as four-year olds. Helen has also known our other audiologist…