Resources
After an appointment with Second Chance Hearing, patients may have questions about their condition or treatment options. Patients that have questions about their hearing healthcare journey will always have access to the necessary resources. This is a great way to close the gap in information to alleviate the uncertainty of diagnosing, testing and treating a hearing issue.
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Everything you need, all in one place.
Below you’ll find everything you need for before, during and after your visit, as well as additional information on hearing healthcare.
Online Hearing screening
Think You Might Have Hearing Loss?
Take our free, five-minute online screening to get a better understanding of your hearing health. It can determine if a professional evaluation is right for you.
Hearing Loss
What Exactly is Hearing Loss?
Hearing loss is the total or partial inability to hear sounds in one or both ears. It happens as a result of the aging process, noise exposure or other health conditions. A diagnostic evaluation is the best way to identify your degree of hearing loss and develop the best treatment plan.
If you’re new to the hearing healthcare world, patients may have a few lingering questions about their condition or treatment options. The FAQ is a collection of the most commonly asked questions about hearing health in the industry.
More on Frequently Asked QuestionsHearing aids come in a variety of shapes, sizes and features. Going through a guide is a helpful way to narrow down the selection and find the correct choice.
More on Guide to Hearing AidsThe inner, middle and outer ear serve essential roles in the hearing process. Learning how all the moving parts interact with each other is an excellent way to learn the fundamentals of hearing loss.
More on Hearing – How the Ear WorksDid you know issues with your auditory system can impact your balance? That’s why hearing professionals don’t simply treat hearing loss, they also provide solutions for dizziness and a number of other hearing and balance disorders.
More on Hearing and Balance DisordersA musician’s ability to hear is a vital part of their career or hobby. Earplugs and monitors made for musicians ensure that a professional’s hearing is never compromised.
More on How to Prevent Hearing Loss for MusiciansIf you suspect hearing loss, getting evaluated and treated early is the best thing you can do to prevent further deterioration. Untreated hearing loss can negatively impact your psychological, cognitive and physical health, as well as affect your ability to socialize and connect with the world around you.
More on Impacts of Untreated Hearing LossTechnological advances, studies and breakthrough research are crucial to the evolution of the hearing industry. There is always something exciting happening in hearing health news, and sometimes it directly affects current patients.
More on Latest Hearing Health NewsSensorineural, conductive and mixed are the three basic types of hearing loss. Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) is an advanced type of hearing loss. All hearing loss types relate to issues with the way sound is being transmitted to the brain.
More on Types of Hearing LossTinnitus
Buzzing, whirring or ringing in your ears? It could be tinnitus.
Tinnitus is described as unwanted noises in one or both ears. It’s a common, yet frustrating condition that can dramatically impact quality of life. Luckily, many patients have found relief through treatments that effectively ease their symptoms.
