Conductive
Sound waves are not able to travel through the outer and/or middle ear, but the inner ear and auditory nerve are functioning normally.
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Type and degree of hearing loss
Hearing loss is individual to each person. An audiometric evaluation helps us understand both the type and the degree of your hearing loss, so we can recommend the right approach.
Types of hearing loss
Three main types
Sensorineural
Sound waves are travelling through the outer and middle ear, but the inner ear and/or auditory nerve has damage.
Mixed
A combination of a conductive and a sensorineural hearing loss.
Degree of hearing loss
The degree of a hearing loss refers to the severity of the loss. Results of the audiometric evaluation are plotted on a chart called an audiogram. Loudness is plotted from top to bottom, and frequency, from low to high, is plotted from left to right. This picture of your hearing guides decisions about hearing aid technology and your rehabilitation plan.
What about tinnitus?
Tinnitus is an abnormal perception of a sound, reported by patients, which is unrelated to an external source of stimulation. It is a very common disorder and is often linked to hearing loss. For many people, hearing aids with tinnitus-masking features can help make it more manageable.
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Wondering about your own hearing?
A hearing assessment is the clearest way to understand the type and degree of any hearing loss. Book yours today.