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A behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid hooks over the top of your ear and rests behind the ear. A tube connects the hearing aid to a custom earpiece called an earmold that fits in your ear canal. This type is appropriate for people of all ages and those with almost any type of hearing loss

Common services and treatments provided by an audiologist include: Diagnostic hearing tests and evaluations Audiologic evaluations Hearing aid fitting and consultation Hearing aid repairs and maintenance Pediatric hearing loss detection and treatment Hearing conservation and protection programs Earmold and earplug fitting and consultation Musicians earplugs and monitors Tinnitus treatment programs Dizziness and balance testing and treatment Ear or hearing-related surgical monitoring in hospital settings Hearing rehabilitation and auditory training Assisting in cochlear implant programs.

Tinnitus is a very common disorder that is an abnormal perception of a sound which is unrelated to an external source of stimulation. Many report it as being a constant ringing in the ears. www.quarryhearing.com/

Hearing test can show whether you have hearing loss in one or both ears and how much hearing is gone. The intensity of sound is measured in units called decibels. When someone whispers in your ear, that's 30 decibels.

We perform comprehensive hearing exams, hearing evaluations and fittings of the most advanced hearing aids. We offer a wide range of hearing aids from many different manufacturers as well as large selection of hearing aid styles to better suit your hearing loss needs.

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Generally, most patients will not need any medical treatment for tinnitus. There are several treatments and measures to help with the management of tinnitus including: Listening to a fan or radio Tinnitus-masking devices Biofeedback training Avoidance measures Avoidance of certain medications Hearing aids, if the listener also has a hearing loss If these measures do not work, there are several medications that have been utilized to suppress tinnitus. Some patients benefit with these drugs and others do not. Each patient has an individual response to medication, and what works for one patient may not work for another.

There are many types of hearing aids today, and the style or device is dependent upon the user's individual needs. There are in-the-ear styles as well as behind-the-ear styles. Also, hearing aid technology has advanced, with many new and improved options from which to choose. Hearing aids are available in many different sizes and styles, thanks to advancements in digital technology and miniaturization of the internal components. Many of today's hearing aids are considered sleek, compact, and innovative - offering solutions to a wide range of hearing aid users. When selecting a style of hearing aid, the following should be considered: The type/degree of the hearing loss Power requirements Manual dexterity and visual abilities Budget Cosmetics and aesthetics Skin sensitivities Anatomical and medical considerations

If you think you or a loved one may have hearing loss, you are not alone. Oftentimes people notice signs of hearing loss but do not take the steps to get it treated right away. Typically, it takes people an average of seven years to seek treatment. You may have hearing loss if: You hear people speaking but you have to strain to understand their words. You frequently ask people to repeat what they said. You don’t laugh at jokes because you miss too much of the story or the punch line. You frequently complain that people mumble. You need to ask others about the details of a meeting you just attended. You play the TV or radio louder than your friends, spouse and relatives. You cannot hear the doorbell or the telephone. You find that looking at people when they speak to you makes it easier to understand. You miss environmental sounds such as birds or leaves blowing. You find yourself avoiding certain restaurants because they are too noisy, or certain people, because you cannot understand.

A standard Hearing aid battery will last anywhere from 3 days to almost a month depending on usage, hearing aid type, battery type, and manufacturer. Turning off your hearing aids when not in use by opening the battery door can significantly extend batter life. Alternatively, a rechargable hearing aid and/or batteries can provide an experience better suited for some. I hope this explained it and feel free to call or ask any questions. We are here to help you hear.