A comprehensive audiology assessment begins with an in-depth history-taking process. This step is crucial in understanding the patient's medical, occupational, and family history, as well as any symptoms they may be experiencing. During this phase, we gather information such as:
This information helps us to tailor the appointment to your individual needs and identify any underlying conditions.
Pure tone audiometry is a fundamental component of our hearing health check. This measures the faintest tones a person can hear at selected pitches (frequencies), from low to high. While wearing headphones, soft tones are presented to one ear at a time. The results are plotted on an audiogram, which provides a visual representation of your hearing levels.
Pure tone audiometry helps in diagnosing the exact nature of your hearing, which is vital for determining the appropriate next steps.
Checking the function of the middle ear is another critical aspect of our evaluation. We use pure tone audiometry and tympanometry to evaluate the health and functioning of the middle ear.
These hearing health checks are non-invasive and provide valuable information about the integrity of the middle ear, which is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
At our clinic we are fully equipped to provide a complete and thorough audiology assessment designed to address all aspects of ear and hearing health. Our dedicated audiologist utilises state-of-the-art equipment and methodologies to ensure accurate and detailed evaluations. We perfom hearing assessments for adults and children aged 6 and above. Below is an overview of the services we offer as part of our full audiology assessment package.
Once the hearing health check is completed, our audiologist will provide a detailed explanation of the results. This includes interpreting the audiogram, tympanometry results, and any other relevant tests. We believe in a patient-centered approach, ensuring that:
This step is crucial for empowering you to make informed decisions about your own hearing health.
Based on the findings of the hearing health check, our audiologist will recommend the next steps. This may include:
We tailor our recommendations to meet the individual needs of each patient, ensuring a personalised approach to hearing health care.
If the assessment indicates a need for further medical evaluation or treatment, we will provide a report and referral to the appropriate health professional. This may include:
We ensure everyone receives comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of hearing health. By combining in-depth history, state-of-the-art testing, clear communication of results, personalised recommendations, and communication with other health professionals, we strive to deliver the highest standard of care for our patients.
Trafalgar Primary Care
5 Contingent St,
Trafalgar, VIC 3824
