Hearing Diagnostic Services in Littleton, CO

Columbine Hearing Care is dedicated to helping you stay connected to people and moments that matter most, and we are able to do that through comprehensive and expert hearing diagnostic services.

At Columbine Hearing Care, our audiologists are trained professionals with expertise in hearing and balance disorders. Our team has one goal and that is to improve the quality of life of patients with hearing problems through comprehensive and personalized hearing care.

We offer diagnostic services for the following:

Tinnitus

Tinnitus is mainly characterized by hearing ringing or buzzing sounds in the ears. Tinnitus diagnostic services aim to identify the underlying causes of tinnitus. The diagnostic process typically begins with a thorough evaluation of the patient’s medical history, a physical examination, and various hearing tests to identify the type and severity of the tinnitus. The results of these tests can help determine the most appropriate treatment plan for tinnitus.

Learn more about our Tinnitus Counseling here.

Hearing Loss

Hearing loss can be caused by a variety of factors, including noise exposure, genetic predisposition, aging, ear infections, trauma, and certain medications. Diagnosing hearing loss typically begins with a hearing evaluation conducted by an audiologist. There are various types of hearing tests to assess the patient’s ability to hear sounds at various volumes and frequencies. There are also other specialized tests to further evaluate hearing.

At Columbine Hearing Care, we offer a comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for hearing loss. We work with patients to develop a personalized treatment plan that may include hearing aids, cochlear implants, assistive devices, or communication training programs.

Learn more about our hearing assessment here.

Misophonia

Misophonia is characterized by an intense physiological or emotional response to certain sounds, often referred to as “trigger sounds.” These specific sounds may cause strong feelings of anger, irritation, or anxiety.

The exact cause of misophonia is yet to be understood, but it is believed to be associated to an abnormality in the way the brain interprets certain sounds.

Diagnosis of misophonia starts with a thorough evaluation of the patient’s medical history, a physical examination, and a hearing test. The hearing test is vital to rule out any underlying hearing problems.

Hyperacusis

Hyperacusis is characterized by an abnormal sensitivity or disturbance to sounds that are not considered loud in normal modulation. People with hyperacusis may experience discomfort, extreme disturbance, or pain in response to everyday sounds such as a car passing by, the sound of utensils clanking together, or even normal conversations.

Diagnosing hyperacusis involves a thorough review of the patient’s medical history, a physical examination, and hearing tests to rule out other possible underlying hearing issues. A detailed evaluation of the patient’s sensitivity to various frequency levels may also be conducted.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL)

SNHL is diagnosed by an audiologist through a comprehensive hearing evaluation, which includes a series of tests such as pure-tone audiometry and speech audiometry. These tests are used to determine the degree and type of hearing loss and to identify any other underlying issues.

Columbine Hearing Care: Hearing Diagnostic Services in Littleton, CO

You deserve the best personalized and expert hearing care services. Columbine Hearing Care offers world-class, premier audiology and diagnostic services in Littleton, CO, and nearby locations.