Audiology Services

Our practice offers comprehensive audiological services. 

Services offered include:

Basic and Comprehensive Hearing Evaluation
Evaluation of hearing consists of a battery of several individual tests. These tests are used to determine if a patient has normal hearing or evidence of a hearing loss.  The use of multiple tests allows for the quantification of the type and degree of hearing impairment.  The battery includes pure and warbled tone audiometry, bone conduction audiometry, speech reception thresholds and determination of speech discrimination.

Impedence Audiometry
This involves the use of an instrument to measure the motion and integrity of the eardrum. It also allows us to determine the presence or absence of fluid in the middle ear and to measure the pressures in the middle ears relative to the environment. Additionally, the instrument can be used to determine if the muscles and reflexes of the ear are functioning properly.

Electronystagmography (ENG)
ENG consists of a series of tests used to determine the cause of dizziness and vertigo. It involves several tests which measure the motion of the eyes relative to one another, and additional tests which objectively measure the function of the balance organs. Along with a physical examination and hearing tests, this may help us to locate the source of a patient’s balance disturbance.

Hearing Aid Evaluation and Dispensing
Patients with moderate to severe hearing impairment are often candidates for hearing aids. Burlington Ear, Nose and Throat, P.C. has multiple brands of hearing aids available, offering optimum choice in fitting for each patient.  Our Audiologists will evaluate the patient’s hearing loss and make a recommendation for the best-suited device. Impressions for ear molds are made in the office, and minor adjustments to the devices can often be performed here as well. All patients are given a 30 day trial period with the devices so that they may determine if they are happy with their purchase.

For additional information on audiological services, call (319) 752-2725.