Hearing Aid Clinic

The Hearing Aid Clinic at Shamshad Aslam Hospital provides comprehensive audiological services for patients of all ages experiencing hearing loss or communication disorders. Our team of experienced audiologists and speech-language pathologists uses state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to assess hearing function and provide personalized solutions to improve quality of life.

Diagnostic Hearing Tests

We offer a complete range of hearing assessments:

Audiometry

Pure Tone Audiometry is the gold standard for hearing assessment. This test measures your ability to hear different sounds at various frequencies and volumes. The test determines:

• The softest sounds you can hear at different pitches
• Type of hearing loss (conductive, sensorineural, or mixed)
• Degree of hearing loss (mild, moderate, severe, or profound)
• Which ear is affected and to what extent

Tympanometry

Tympanometry evaluates the function of the middle ear and eardrum. This test helps diagnose:

• Fluid in the middle ear
• Eardrum perforations
• Eustachian tube dysfunction
• Middle ear infections (otitis media)
• Ossicular chain problems

OAEs Test (Otoacoustic Emissions)

OAEs Test measures the sounds produced by the inner ear (cochlea) in response to stimulation. This test is:

• Quick and non-invasive
• Ideal for newborn hearing screening
• Used to assess cochlear function
• Helpful in differentiating types of hearing loss
• Useful for patients who cannot respond to standard tests

ASSR Test (Auditory Steady-State Response)

ASSR Test is an objective hearing test that measures brain responses to sound. Benefits include:

• Frequency-specific hearing threshold estimation
• Particularly useful for infants and young children
• Assessment of hearing aid candidacy
• Evaluation when behavioral testing is not possible
• More accurate threshold prediction than other objective tests

BERA Test (Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry)

BERA Test, also known as ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response), evaluates the hearing nerve pathways from the ear to the brainstem. This test is essential for:

• Newborn hearing screening
• Diagnosing auditory neuropathy
• Detecting acoustic neuromas (tumors)
• Assessing neurological hearing disorders
• Determining the site of lesion in the auditory pathway
• Cochlear implant candidacy evaluation

Speech Therapy

Our Speech Therapy services help patients with:

Speech and Language Disorders

• Articulation disorders (difficulty pronouncing sounds)
• Language delays in children
• Stuttering and fluency disorders
• Voice disorders
• Aphasia (language problems after stroke or injury)

Communication Rehabilitation

• Post-cochlear implant speech training
• Hearing aid acclimatization and auditory training
• Speech reading and communication strategies
• Accent modification

Pediatric Speech Services

• Early intervention for delayed speech development
• Autism spectrum communication support
• Childhood apraxia of speech treatment
• School readiness communication skills

Hearing Aid Services

We provide comprehensive Hearing Aid solutions:

Types of Hearing Aids Available

• Behind-the-Ear (BTE) - Most powerful, suitable for all hearing losses
• Receiver-in-Canal (RIC) - Discreet with natural sound quality
• In-the-Ear (ITE) - Custom-made for your ear
• In-the-Canal (ITC) - Smaller and less visible
• Completely-in-Canal (CIC) - Nearly invisible option
• Digital Hearing Aids - Advanced technology with multiple features

Hearing Aid Features

• Bluetooth connectivity for smartphones and devices
• Rechargeable battery options
• Noise reduction and directional microphones
• Tinnitus masking features
• Waterproof and moisture-resistant models
• Remote control and smartphone apps

Our Hearing Aid Services Include

• Comprehensive hearing evaluation
• Hearing aid selection and fitting
• Custom ear mold creation
• Programming and fine-tuning
• Follow-up adjustments and counseling
• Maintenance and repair services
• Warranties and trial periods

Cochlear Implant Services

For patients with severe to profound hearing loss who do not benefit from hearing aids, we offer Cochlear Implant evaluation and support:

Cochlear Implant Candidacy Evaluation

• Comprehensive audiological assessment
• Speech perception testing with hearing aids
• Medical and radiological evaluation coordination
• Counseling on benefits and limitations
• Pre-operative expectations discussion

Post-Implant Services

• Initial device activation and mapping
• Regular programming sessions
• Auditory rehabilitation and training
• Speech therapy for implant users
• Long-term follow-up care
• Troubleshooting and device maintenance

Who Benefits from Cochlear Implants?

• Children with congenital profound hearing loss
• Adults with severe to profound hearing loss
• Patients with poor speech understanding despite hearing aids
• Individuals with auditory neuropathy