Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations

At Audiology Always, we understand that hearing loss can be a sensitive topic and it’s our priority to provide our patients with a safe and comfortable environment. Dr. Koble strives to make the process as stress-free as possible by providing personalized tests for each individual.

We offer a wide range of hearing treatment options available for all levels of hearing loss, including the latest technology in hearing aids. With the best in comprehensive hearing evaluations, Dr. Koble is committed to helping you find the most suitable solution for your unique hearing needs.

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Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting

Our audiologist will ensure that you receive a hearing aid with the best possible settings and adjustments tailored to your individual needs. We take great care to maximize its performance and value, so you can take advantage of every aspect of your device.

From the sea of options, Dr. Koble will help you select the right hearing aid with the appropriate type, features, color, shape, and size to fit your specific needs and lifestyle preferences. With our assistance, you can be sure you will get the most out of your hearing aids.

We are devoted to making Real Ear Measurements (REM) an essential part of our hearing aid fitting process. To ensure that the sound amplification output of your device is appropriate when it reaches the eardrum, our audiologist will rely on real ear measurement or probe-microphone measurement techniques.

Becoming comfortable with your hearing aids requires some instruction on how to insert, use, and care for them. Setting them in the proper position in your ears can take some practice, and we will help you learn how to insert them on your own.

Particularly for those with manual dexterity issues, it may take a minute to be able to handle your aids and place them in the proper position within your ears. Though not all aids require it, you may need to set the volume on your hearing aids, and our specialists can help you select the correct starting level. You shouldn’t need to manipulate the volume very often, so it is important to get going at the right place on the spectrum of volume. Maintaining your aids is another important aspect of instruction. Keeping them charged up and free of waxy buildup, moisture, and debris will keep your hearing aids functioning far into the future.

In the transition to using assistive technology, many issues may arise. You may resist wearing them because they are unfamiliar to you. Some people would prefer to only wear their hearing aids at home when they are alone and need to be aware of alerts. Others only put them in for parties, family gatherings, and larger events where conversation will be difficult. Our counseling can help you bridge the gap between all the settings where hearing aids will be useful, especially how to use them in communication with others. You may resist wearing hearing aids at first, feeling a stigma of some kind, but a conversation with your audiologist can help you understand how great the benefits will be to your lifestyle and general health. Hearing is linked with surprising other health outcomes, and assistive technology can help in ways you might have never imagined.

The essential piece of the puzzle, of course, is to make sure to wear your hearing aids regularly. They are only as effective as they are put into use. We will assist with the transition to hearing aids should help you reap the benefits far into the future.

Not only do we point you in the right direction on the path of hearing assistance, but we are also there with you as you continue down the road, available to assist with any issues that you encounter and to make sure that you continue hearing at your best far into the future.

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Hearing Aid Repair

Keeping your hearing aids in proper working condition is paramount, as they are often mandatory for successfully managing your everyday activities and communicating with friends and family.

Dr. Koble understands how inconvenient malfunctioning devices can be, and we are available to help you with any problems you encounter. We provide remote technical support to troubleshoot minor issues that you are able to resolve yourself, saving you a trip to the clinic.

We are highly proficient and equipped to quickly diagnose and repair a variety of hearing aid issues. However, there are times when we need to send the device away to the manufacturer for more complicated repairs or for specialized component replacements. In such cases, we will always keep you informed on the status of your hearing aid and when you can expect to get them back. Additionally, all new hearing aids come with a warranty.

In the event that your hearing aid is beyond repair, we will find a suitable replacement that meets all of your hearing needs. At Audiology Always, we are committed to excellence, and we'll do whatever is in our power to get your hearing aids back in working order.

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Tinnitus Management

Tinnitus is an extremely common auditory disorder that causes people to experience a ringing or buzzing noise in the ears despite no external source. An estimated 15% of the population is thought to experience tinnitus symptoms during their lifetime. The intensity of its symptoms can range from mild to severe, and the ringing noise can be continuous or periodic.

Although the exact causes are usually not known, it has been associated with a number of different factors, including extended exposure to dangerous sound levels, different medications that are toxic to the auditory system, bacterial and viral infections, and physical injuries to the head and neck.

Although there is no cure for tinnitus, our audiologist has extensive knowledge in implementing the most effective solutions and technologies that can mitigate its effects and help you cope with the symptoms.

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Hearing Aid Repair

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is one of the most common forms of hearing loss and it is also the only type that is 100% preventable. NIHL occurs when we are exposed to high levels of sound either for an extended period of time or in a one-time sudden event (fireworks, for example). In activities and occupations that expose us to noisy and persistent sounds, hearing damage is a serious hazard. If you experience noise on the job or in your leisure activities (such as hunting or attending live concerts), consider custom hearing protection with Audiology Always. Our audiologist will fit you with custom protection so that you can protect your hearing while doing what you love.

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Electroacoustic Analysis (EAA)

Dr. Koble performs this test when fitting hearing aids and also for patients who come in expressing changes in their hearing. This test is especially useful if patients may have experienced significant changes in the way they hear and could indicate that devices are in need of repair or reprogramming. Results will help Dr. Koble determine the next course of action for your hearing health.

Real Ear Measurements (REM)

This method takes into account your type of hearing aid, the severity of your hearing loss, and the particular properties of your auditory anatomy to perfectly program your device. Additionally, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) both support REM as the most accurate way to fit hearing aids.

The best means of gauging the performance of a hearing aid is by measuring its actual output when in use. Although hearing aids have seen great strides in technology and innovation, it is still essential to record and analyze real-time data. Employing an objective assessment is crucial to ensuring that your hearing aids are adequately serving your hearing needs. Therefore, it is paramount to undergo a thorough and accurate audiometric evaluation, as the results will be used to determine the optimal settings for your device.

After your hearing aid selection, a Real Ear Measurement tool is programmed with variables such as the extent of your hearing loss and the correlating prescription. Probe microphones are then placed in your ear, followed by the hearing aid itself. A number of measurements are recorded at varying speech input levels from your device and allow its final settings to be adjusted accordingly.

A key statistic to be aware of is Maximum Power Output (MPO), as the goal of the Real Ear Measurement procedure is to make sure that your hearing aid's MPO doesn't exceed comfortable levels and to establish acceptable amplification limits. With REM-verified fittings at Audiology Always, you can expect your hearing aids to always sound their best.

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Services

Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations

Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting

Hearing Aid Repair

Tinnitus Management

Hearing Protection Guidance

Earwax Removal

Electroacoustic Analysis and Real Ear Measurements

Your hearing always matters.

Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations

Hearing Aid Selection and Fitting

Hearing Aid Repair

Tinnitus Management

Hearing Aid Repair

Electroacoustic Analysis (EAA)

Real Ear Measurements (REM)

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