audiology
What is Audiology?
Audiology is the field of healthcare that focuses on the study, diagnosis and treatment of hearing and communication disorders related to the auditory system. Audiologists are trained and regulated experts who work to prevent, diagnose and manage various hearing and balance issues.
Hearing health is hugely important for general well-being, communication and social engagement, cognitive function and in the reduction of risk of emotional distress and depression. In children it is also crucial for language, social development and progress in school. Hearing loss is a complex disability which isolates you from what is occurring around you. There are underlying health issues that can be attributed to the deterioration of hearing such as diabetes, noise exposure, smoking and vascular issues. Audiologists play a pivotal role in the early identification of hearing issues, recommending appropriate interventions and guiding patients towards better hearing health.
services we offer
Hearing Assessments
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
Hearing Assessments
In cases where ear wax is not the cause of hearing impairment, we can investigate further, using state of the art diagnostic equipment to perform hearing tests to assess the extent of your hearing loss and to gently, carefully and comprehensively test the physical health of your outer, middle, and inner ear.
Earwax Removal
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
Hearing Assessments
For the safe removal of debris and wax build up to help with hearing issues, recurrent infections and for general comfort. Click here for more information about ear wax removal.
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
The importance of good hearing during childhood is key to language and social development as well as progress at school. Most permanent hearing loss that is present when babies are born is detected with the new-born hearing screening programme. There are however, a high proportion of children who develop intermittent, often fluctuating hearing loss, often known as ‘glue ear’. This can usually be detected with a children’s hearing test and examination.
Tinnitus Management
Counselling & Education
Paediatric Hearing Assessments
Tinnitus, often described as “ringing in the ears”, is often distressing. Our audiologist can help with the diagnosis of this condition and offers therapies and coping strategies to alleviate the impact of tinnitus on daily life.
Hearing Aid Dispensing
Counselling & Education
Counselling & Education
With hearing loss, it can mean the need for hearing aids and other assistive devices. At Yorkshire Ear Clinic we can help advise you on the proper selection, fitting and maintenance of these devices.
Counselling & Education
Counselling & Education
Counselling & Education
Our audiologist provides counselling and education to patients and their families about hearing health, communication strategies and hearing protection to help prevent further hearing loss.
Onward Referral
Onward Referral
Onward Referral
Sometimes a problem with your hearing doesn’t just involve your ears. We work with an experienced Ear, Nose and Throat specialist and we can refer you directly to them privately or via your GP through the NHS.