Hearing and Balance
Hearing and balance problems make it difficult to communicate and stay active. However, audiologists can help. These trained professionals diagnose and treat conditions ranging from hearing loss and tinnitus to dizziness and balance disorders. Learn more about audiologists and the conditions they treat.
What is An Audiologist?
Audiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating hearing loss and balance disorders. This section will help you understand what audiologists do and how to prepare for your appointment.
Hearing Loss Prevention
Repeated exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing over time, often so gradually you don't notice it happening. Learn how noise puts your hearing at risk and get tips to protect it.
Hearing Loss
Nearly 38 million American adults have some degree of hearing loss. This section explains how hearing works, what causes it to decline, and the main types of hearing loss.
Dizziness and Balance
Balance disorders can cause dizziness and put you at risk of falling. Learn more about the signs and causes of these disorders.
Caring for Hearing Loss
Devices and strategies make everyday life easier for people with hearing loss. Learn more about how to manage hearing loss and improve communication at home and school.
Hearing Tests
Hearing tests help audiologists figure out whether you have hearing loss and what kind it is. Here's what you need to know about common hearing tests and what happens during your appointment.
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ASHA ProFind is your connection to over 30,000 ASHA-certified audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Find the right professional for your needs.
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