Pittsburgh Ear LLC provides superior diagnostic and treatment services for patients with hearing problems. The information provided by the hearing tests will help to determine the need for assistive listening devices and hearing technology. A wide variety of options are available to help with mild, moderate or severe hearing loss. Getting tested can prevent common hearing problems from further debilitating.
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Diagnostic Audiologic Evaluation
To find out the severity of hearing loss, a diagnostic audiologic evaluation is required. Problems are searched for within both ears, with a variety of tests determined by age, past medical history and symptoms. The details of each tests provide the necessary data to move forward with treatment options. Pure-tone, bone-conduction and speech testing are the most common tests for hearing issues.
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Earwax Removal
Earwax buildup can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss. Early detection is key, and can be resolved with painless treatments like ear irrigation. Cerumen removal is necessary to prevent side effects like ear fullness, earaches, hearing loss and tinnitus.
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Evaluation for Hearing Aids
There are several steps that are part of a hearing aid evaluation. If you suspect that you might need a hearing aid, you will first need to have a hearing evaluation. At the time of the hearing evaluation, a case history will be taken to determine how much your hearing problem impacts your day-to-day life […]
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Hearing Aid Fitting and Programming
Getting fitted for a hearing aid is a very involved process. It is recommended to bring a friend or a loved one for support. Live speech mapping is used to finalize the programming on hearing aid devices. During this appointment, professionals go over important information about hearing health.
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Hearing Aid Repair and Maintenance
When hearing aids are dispensed, hearing professionals give valuable information about their upkeep and maintenance. Some of the most common issues with hearing aids can be resolved at home. For more in-depth repairs, consumers can bring their hearing aids to Pittsburgh Ear LLC. Anything that can’t be handled onsite is sent to the manufacturer for repair.
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Hearing Care for Infants and Children
Infants and children go through the same hearing issues as adults. Specialized tests can prepare hearing aid sufferers for the future, regardless of hearing loss severity. When hearing devices are recommended, there are various age-appropriate options.
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Tinnitus Treatment Options
Tinnitus causes the sufferer to hear ringing, buzzing, hissing and other sounds in one or both ears. The sounds can only be heard by the person with tinnitus and are considered a major distraction to daily living. Treatment options are available to lessen the impact of the condition, and in some cases can completely remove its effects. Sound therapy or specialized hearing devices will grant the user better control over their day-to-day hearing.
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