Terminology and what you'll be testing on

Videotoscopy

A procedure using a small camera to visually inspect the ear canal and eardrum for abnormalities or blockages.

Tympanometry

A test that measures eardrum movement in response to air pressure changes, helping assess middle ear function and detect fluid, infections, or eustachian tube issues.

Sound Booth

A controlled, soundproof environment used for conducting accurate hearing tests by eliminating external noise interference.

PTA (Pure Tone Average)

The average of hearing thresholds at specific frequencies (typically 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz) used to assess overall hearing ability.

UCL (Uncomfortable Listening Level)

The maximum volume level at which sound becomes uncomfortably loud for the patient.

SRT (Speech Reception Threshold)

The lowest volume level at which a person can recognize and repeat speech words correctly at least 50% of the time.

WDRS (Word Discrimination Score, EN/ES)

A test measuring the ability to understand and repeat spoken words in English or Spanish at a comfortable listening level, indicating speech clarity rather than just hearing ability.

Tinnitus Management

A set of techniques and treatments designed to help individuals cope with persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, including sound therapy, counseling, and hearing aids.

QuickSIN (Quick Speech-in-Noise Test)

A test that evaluates how well a person understands speech in background noise, simulating real-world listening environments.

Cleaning & Adjustment

Routine maintenance of hearing aids, including removing debris, checking for proper function, and fine-tuning settings to ensure optimal performance.

Videotoscopy
A procedure using a small camera to visually inspect the ear canal and eardrum for abnormalities or blockages.
Tympanometry
A test that measures eardrum movement in response to air pressure changes, helping assess middle ear function and detect fluid, infections, or eustachian tube issues.
Sound Booth
A controlled, soundproof environment used for conducting accurate hearing tests by eliminating external noise interference.
PTA (Pure Tone Average)
The average of hearing thresholds at specific frequencies (typically 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz) used to assess overall hearing ability.
UCL (Uncomfortable Listening Level)
The maximum volume level at which sound becomes uncomfortably loud for the patient.
SRT (Speech Reception Threshold)
The lowest volume level at which a person can recognize and repeat speech words correctly at least 50% of the time.
WDRS (Word Discrimination Score, EN/ES)
A test measuring the ability to understand and repeat spoken words in English or Spanish at a comfortable listening level, indicating speech clarity rather than just hearing ability.
Tinnitus Management
A set of techniques and treatments designed to help individuals cope with persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, including sound therapy, counseling, and hearing aids.
QuickSIN (Quick Speech-in-Noise Test)
A test that evaluates how well a person understands speech in background noise, simulating real-world listening environments.
Cleaning & Adjustment
Routine maintenance of hearing aids, including removing debris, checking for proper function, and fine-tuning settings to ensure optimal performance.

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