Hearing loss often creeps up so gradually that you might not notice it happening. Maybe you’ve started asking people to repeat themselves more often, or you find yourself turning up the TV volume higher than usual. Perhaps you’ve noticed that conversations in restaurants seem harder to follow, or you’re missing parts of what people say during phone calls. These changes can be so subtle that you might dismiss them as other people mumbling or background noise being louder than it used to be. The tricky thing about hearing loss is that it affects everyone differently, making it difficult to recognize when it’s actually happening to you.
Getting a professional hearing test is the only way to know for sure what’s going on with your hearing health. Hinson Hearing at Home brings comprehensive hearing evaluations directly to your location, providing thorough assessments that go beyond simple pass-or-fail screenings. Our audiologist comes to you with all the equipment needed to give you a clear picture of how well you’re hearing across different frequencies and situations.
Who Should Get a Hearing Test
You should schedule a hearing test if you have trouble following conversations, especially in noisy places, or if family and friends say you turn the TV up too loud. Muffled hearing, asking people to repeat themselves often or feeling left out of conversations are also common signs of hearing loss. Regular testing is especially important if you are over 50 or have been exposed to loud sounds at work or during hobbies. We bring testing directly to you, making it simple and comfortable to get checked whenever you notice changes in your hearing.
What to Expect During a Hearing Test
When we visit you for a hearing test, we start by asking a few questions about your hearing concerns and daily listening needs. We then perform a series of tests to learn how well you hear different sounds and speech. Common hearing tests include:
- Pure-tone testing: You wear headphones and listen for beeps at different pitches and volumes to find the quietest sounds you can hear.
- Speech testing: You repeat words at different volume levels to see how well you understand speech in both quiet and noisy settings.
- Middle ear testing: Gentle pressure changes help us check how well your eardrum and middle ear are working.
- Speech-in-noise testing: You listen to words or sentences while background noise plays, showing how well you hear in real-life situations.
These tests give us a clear picture of your hearing health. Because our practice is mobile, you can get all of this done in the comfort of your own home, without having to travel.
Reviewing Your Hearing Test Results
After the test, we explain your results in clear, simple terms so you understand how well you are hearing. If hearing loss is found, we talk about hearing aid options that fit your lifestyle and needs. You’ll have the chance to ask questions and learn what the next steps could look like, all from the convenience of your own home.