Hearing Is More Than Sound

Understanding Hearing Loss

Hearing Loss, Explained Simply

Hearing loss is not one thing, and it does not affect everyone the same way.

Some hearing loss comes from the outer or middle ear. Some come from changes in the inner ear or auditory nerve. Some involve a combination of both.

At Eldorado Audiology and Hearing Center™, we look beyond the hearing test itself to understand the type of hearing loss, how it affects your communication, and what options make sense for you.


The Three Main Types of Hearing Loss

Conductive hearing loss
Sound is being blocked or reduced before it reaches the inner ear.

Sensorineural hearing loss
Hearing loss involving the inner ear or auditory nerve.

Mixed hearing loss
A combination of conductive and sensorineural hearing loss.

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Full Diagnostic Audiology and Hearing Aid Center


Comprehensive Audiologic Evaluation

Our diagnostic evaluations are designed to assess hearing sensitivity, speech understanding, and middle-ear function as clinically appropriate.

Testing may help identify:

  • Degree and type of hearing loss 
  • Differences between the ears 
  • Speech understanding ability 
  • Middle-ear dysfunction 
  • Findings that may require medical referral 
  • Acoustic Reflexes
  • Otoacoustic Emissions


Hearing Aid Evaluation and Fitting

When hearing technology is appropriate, recommendations are based on hearing needs, communication goals, lifestyle, and clinical findings.

As an independent practice, we work with major hearing aid manufacturers and are not limited to a single brand or product line.


Tinnitus Evaluation and Management

Tinnitus can have many causes and may occur with or without measurable hearing loss.

Our approach may include:

  • Audiologic evaluation 
  • Retrocochlear testing when appropriate
  • Education and counseling 
  • Sound therapy options 
  • Hearing technology when appropriate 
  • Referral for additional medical evaluation when indicated 
  • Tinnitus pattern and history

       

Hearing Aid Service and Repair

We provide hearing aid cleaning, troubleshooting, programming, maintenance, and repair services for many major hearing aid brands.


Hearing Protection | Custom Molds | Monitors

Custom hearing protection is available for individuals exposed to occupational, recreational, or musical noise, as well as for swimming and other specialized needs.


Assistive Listening Technology

Assistive listening devices and accessories may improve communication in difficult listening environments and can supplement or work independently from hearing aids.


Additional Audiology Services

Eldorado Audiology and Hearing Center™ also provides services for:

  • Veterans 
  • Pediatric patients 
  • Workers’ compensation evaluations 
  • Personal injury and legal cases 
  • Noise-induced hearing loss 
  • Remote follow-up and programming when appropriate 
  • Specialized Audiology Services


Hearing Loss Solutions & Tips

Call us or schedule an appointment just to chat! We are delighted to share our extensive experience and explain any hearing loss treatment or hearing-related question you may have.  

505-466-7526

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