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Audiology

Audiology
Audiology

Audiology

Almana Hospital's Audiology Department

 At Almana Hospital, our Audiology department is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal hearing health. We offer a comprehensive range of services for adults and children, from diagnosing hearing loss to providing advanced treatment options and hearing aid solutions.

Our department is staffed by experienced and licensed audiologists who are passionate about improving your quality of life through better hearing. They utilize the latest diagnostic tools and stay up-to-date on the newest advancements in hearing technology.

Conditions We Treat:

  • Conductive hearing loss: Caused by blockages or problems in the outer or middle ear.
  • Sensorineural hearing loss: Damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve, the most common type of hearing loss.
  • Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis): A natural decline in hearing ability that occurs with age.
  • Tinnitus: Ringing, buzzing, or other noises in the ear(s) that are not caused by an external sound.
  • Balance disorders: Inner ear problems can sometimes affect balance.

Diagnostic Services:

Our audiologists perform a variety of tests to assess your hearing health, including:

  • Otoscopy: A visual examination of the ear canal and eardrum.
  • Audiometry: A series of tests to measure your hearing thresholds at different frequencies.
  • Tympanometry: Measures the middle ear's ability to transmit sound.

Treatment Options:

Depending on the cause and severity of your hearing loss, we offer various treatment options, including:

  • Hearing aids: Sophisticated digital devices that amplify sound to improve your hearing ability. Our audiologists can guide you through the selection and fitting process to find the ideal hearing aid for your needs.
  • Aural rehabilitation: Strategies and training to help you adapt to hearing loss and improve communication skills.
  • Implantable hearing devices: In some cases, surgically implanted devices may be recommended for severe hearing loss.
  • Cerumen (earwax) management: Safe and effective removal of excessive earwax buildup.
  • Management of tinnitus: We offer various strategies to help manage tinnitus symptoms, such as sound therapy and counseling.

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If you are experiencing any signs of hearing loss, such as difficulty understanding conversations, needing to turn up the volume on the TV, or ringing in your ears, contact us today. We are committed to helping you rediscover the joy of clear hearing.