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Hearing Tests in Lichfield

We offer more than just a hearing test. We carry out in-depth hearing consultations and procedures to get to the root cause of your issue and find an appropriate solution.

Why have a hearing test?

Perhaps one or more of these situations is familiar to you:

I can’t hear well in a crowded place (bar, café etc)
The TV and radio need to be high volume for me to hear
I have ear discomfort or sudden hearing loss
I have ringing or buzzing in my ears
I don’t want to go out socially as I can’t hear what people are saying
I am feeling isolated as I can’t hear things too well
My family and friends complain that I don’t listen to them

There could be any number of other situations where you feel your hearing is not as good as you want it to be, so, having your hearing tested and assessed will help you move forward with solutions that could help make your hearing and therefore the quality of your life better.

Standard Hearing Test

£30 (60 minutes)

A full assessment of the health and function of the ears

Full audiological case history
Video otoscopy of both ears, allowing you to view inside the ear canals
Full pure tone audiometry
Discussion of hearing test results and solutions (if appropriate)
Onward medical referral if required

When to book?

You would like a hearing check up
You have concerns about your ears or hearing
You would like to know whether you have a hearing loss and which part of the ear is affected
You would like information on hearing solutions if required

Consultation fee deducted from the cost of any further treatment/hearing solution package.

Advanced Hearing Assessment

£70 (90 minutes)

Full audiological case history

Detailed discussion of hearing needs and lifestyle
Video otoscopy, allowing you to view inside your ears on the big screen
Pure Tone Audiometry
Speech testing
Detailed discussion of results, including which part of the ear is affected
Discussion and demonstration of hearing solutions and technology, tailored to your needs and preferences (if appropriate)
Hearing aid demo and/or trial (if appropriate)

When to book?

You would like an in-depth assessment, including tailored hearing solutions
You already wear hearing aids and would like a recommendation on the appropriate solution

*Consultation fee deducted from hearing solution package if patient proceeds with further treatment

What to expect

At the beginning of your appointment, our audiologist will ask about your medical and hearing history and listen to you about your hearing concerns. From this we can understand and build a profile of your personal hearing situation.

Our audiologist then carries out a relaxed, gentle and non-invasive video otoscopy of both ears, allowing you to view inside your ear canals on a large screen.

Next, is the audiometry test which involves sitting in our comfortable testing booth and wearing headphones to find out which sounds you can hear best and which you struggle with.

All test and assessment results will be discussed fully with you and our audiologist can suggest next stages to help you with any identified hearing issues. This includes onward medical referral to your doctor or an ENT specialist if required.

You may already feel that wearing a hearing aid or aids is going to be beneficial to you and you would like a demonstration of the devices our clinic can offer. Or, you may already wear or have hearing aids and would like further information and advice on options to help you.

Our audiologist will discuss your hearing needs and current lifestyle to build a profile of your personal situation.

A video otoscopy will be carried out on both of your ears allowing you to view inside your ears on a big screen. An audiometry test in our comfortable testing booth follows.

Your test results will be discussed in detail and, if appropriate, a demonstration of hearing solutions and technology tailored to your needs and preferences will be given.

If hearing aids are recommended and you decide to go ahead, a 2-3 week trial is also included in the Advanced Hearing Assessment to help you settle in with your new devices.

HEARING TESTS

A hearing test is a simple way to understand your hearing health and get personalised advice.

Whilst some people will go through life without any particular hearing problems, others will experience hearing issues and difficulties which ultimately begin to negatively impact their daily life. Hearing loss can affect anyone at any age.

It’s natural for us to book opticians and dentists appointments for our eyes and teeth but not so automatic to have our ears and hearing checked – but it definitely should be!

A hearing test with a fully qualified audiologist is a valuable investment, whatever your age.

Several things contribute to hearing loss, not just the process of growing old. Lifestyle and health factors, family genetics and exposure to noise in our daily living environments or workplaces can all contribute to hearing loss.

If you or someone you know is experiencing hearing difficulties, by visiting this page you have made the important first step to get help and advice from Cathedral Hearing to find out how your hearing can be improved.

Hearing FAQs

Hearing loss can range from mild to very severe and there are a number of causes. Exposure to loud noise, natural age related degeneration, infections and head injuries are common causes, as are genetic conditions, certain diseases, tinnitus and exposure to certain chemicals or medications. In some cases, hearing loss might be temporary, for example, if wax or a foreign object is blocking the ear canal.

Hearing loss can occur at any age, not just when we grow older. As soon as you start to experience hearing loss it’s absolutely vital to have a hearing test so you can get help managing your symptoms and benefit from advice on how to minimise any future hearing loss.

We’re all used to knowing that we should have regular dental and eye checks and it should be the same for our hearing.

When booking in for a hearing test or advanced hearing assessment at Cathedral Hearing, our audiologist will talk through your hearing concerns, carry out a full ear examination and help determine appropriate treatment and management of any identified issues. Please talk to us if you have any concerns or queries and we will be happy to advise.

You can book a hearing test or advanced hearing assessment directly with an qualified audiologist without needing a GP referral. Please note however, if you plan to access NHS hearing aids, you will need to contact your GP as we don’t provide NHS hearing aids.

Laura, our audiologist previously worked for the NHS and has extensive knowledge of what is available. At our hearing test or advanced hearing assessment, she can advise on how choosing an independent clinic provides a different experience to the NHS. For example, a wider range of hearing aids can be offered to patients along with personalised aftercare demonstrate the benefits available.

We like to start by saying, although not essential, do bring someone with you if you would like to when you come for your hearing test if it make’s you feel more comfortable. It can be useful too, as someone else can give their thoughts on how potential hearing loss is impacting you and those around you.

In terms of timing, you will be with us for 60 minutes for a Hearing Test or 90 minutes for an Advanced Hearing Assessment which includes a demonstration of suitable hearing aids, if required. Please contact us if you need further information about hearing tests and assessments or visit our hearing test page for full details.

Yes, we can. We know it can be useful to have a report in case you need to show your GP or you could need the report if processing a noise induced hearing loss claim for example. Or, you may just want a copy for your own records. Our audiologist can provide a full report on request.

The effects of tinnitus can be temporary, intermittent or constant and whilst the condition cannot be cured, there are different ways the effects can be positively managed to help patients cope better with tinnitus symptoms . Our audiologist can offer advice and support and, if required, demonstrate any suitable hearing devices which have special features to help relieve tinnitus symptoms. Please contact the clinic for further details. There’s also lots of useful information from the registered charity, Tinnitus UK on their website at this link:

https://tinnitus.org.uk/

In some cases it can be classed as a disability, depending on the individual and the severity of the hearing loss. You can find very useful further information about this on the Royal National Institute for the Deaf (RNID) website at this link:

https://rnid.org.uk/information-and-support/your-rights/

Assisted hearing devices, listening devices and assistive listening technology are the main descriptive terms for these devices. Whatever the device, they are are all designed to help people with hearing loss communicate better and stay connected. This could be in public settings like theatres or an airport where there may be hearing loop systems. Or, in the home, devices range from specially adapted door bells and vibrating fire alarms (also known as alertive devices) to amplified telephones and vibrating baby monitors. Please contact the clinic with for advice on assisted hearing devices that we can offer.

How to book an appointment

When booking online for a hearing test appointment, if you can’t find a suitable time or date coming up, please always telephone us. Our audiologist can sometimes offer appointments outside of what is showing on the online booking system, for example on a Saturday or weekday evening. Please contact us for further details.

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