About Hearing

How do you know if you have a hearing loss?

Chances are, you'll be the last to know. Most hearing loss happens so gradually that you may not notice it until it becomes a big problem. The people around you will notice it first. You may have to ask people to repeat themselves, especially if there is any background noise. You may make mistakes and need to turn up the TV louder than before. You may fail to hear the doorbell, the telephone and / or warning signals.

As the hearing loss worsens you may find yourself straining to hear conversations and becoming tired from the effort required to listen. Over time, you may find yourself avoiding social situations and losing interest in activities that you once enjoyed.

Did you know that one in 5 Australians suffers from hearing loss and fifty per cent of all Australians over the age of sixty can expect to have trouble hearing.

Getting Help

Surveys have shown that most people with a significant hearing loss wait several years before finally seeking help. This may be partly due to a reluctance to admit there is a problem, but it is most certainly related to the gradual nature of most hearing loss and the length of time it takes for an individual to realize that a hearing loss exists. When people finally try hearing instruments, they are usually amazed to discover how much they had been missing!

The sooner you become aware that you may have a hearing loss, the sooner you can have a thorough hearing evaluation and begin to benefit from the appropriate treatment.

Do you want to improve your hearing? Call 02 6651 6866 to arrange an appointment