Better hearing begins
with the right approach.
Explore the main hearing-care options, from hearing aids and rehabilitation to implantable technology and medical or surgical pathways. The most appropriate solution depends on the individual, the type of hearing difficulty and the results of a professional assessment.
Hearing Solutions
There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Solution
Hearing care is not simply about choosing a device. A good solution starts with understanding the hearing difficulty, communication needs, listening environments, lifestyle and any medical factors that may influence care.
Hearing Technology
Learn more about hearing assessment before exploring which hearing-care options may be appropriate.
Rehabilitation
Learn more about hearing assessment before exploring which hearing-care options may be appropriate.
Medical Care
Learn more about hearing assessment before exploring which hearing-care options may be appropriate.
Different Paths to Better Hearing
The right pathway depends on the person.
Two people with hearing loss may need very different forms of support. The cause and degree of hearing loss, speech understanding, age, lifestyle, dexterity, communication priorities and medical history can all influence which options are appropriate.
Choosing a solution requires
more than a device
How Solutions Are Chosen
Assessment comes before recommendation.
Assess Hearing
A professional hearing assessment helps identify the type and degree of hearing difficulty and how it affects communication.
Understand Needs
The audiologist considers lifestyle, communication goals, listening environments, dexterity, preferences and relevant medical history.
Discuss Options
Appropriate technology, medical care, implantable options or rehabilitation can then be explained in relation to the individual’s needs.
Review Outcomes
Hearing care often requires follow-up, adjustment, counselling and review to make sure the chosen approach continues to meet the person’s needs.
Assessment
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Needs
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Options
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Fitting / Treatment
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Follow-Up
Understanding the Main Options
Hearing Aids
Digital hearing aids amplify and process sound to improve access to speech and everyday listening. Styles include behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal and in-the-ear designs.
Cochlear Implants
For some people with severe or profound hearing loss who receive limited benefit from conventional hearing aids, cochlear implants may be considered following specialist assessment.
Middle-Ear Implants
These specialist devices may be suitable in selected cases where conventional hearing aids are not appropriate or cannot provide adequate benefit.
Medical & Rehabilitation Support
Some conditions require medical or surgical management. Rehabilitation may also include communication strategies, auditory training, counselling and support for adapting to hearing technology.
Concerned about your child’s hearing?
If something about your child’s listening, speech or response to sound concerns you, an age-appropriate hearing assessment can help provide clarity.