Real Ear Verification
At The Hearing Clinic, we're committed to providing you with the best possible hearing experience. That's why we use advanced Speech Mapping and Real Ear Verification techniques to fine-tune your hearing aids for optimal performance.
What is Speech Mapping and Real Ear Verification?
Speech Mapping and Real Ear Verification (also referred to as Real Ear Measurement) are gold standard methods used to verify that your hearing aids are providing the right amount of amplification across all frequencies. This process ensures that all speech sounds are audible once you're comfortable with your hearing aids and amplification.
Our Approach
We understand that adapting to hearing aids is a process. That's why we take a gradual approach:
- Initial Fitting: We start with a conservative amplification setting to help you adjust to wearing hearing aids.
- Follow-up Visits: Over the course of 1-3 weekly visits, we gradually increase the amplification to reach your full prescription targets.
- Verification: Within the first few weeks of your fitting, we perform Speech Mapping/Real Ear Verification to ensure all speech sounds are audible.
The Verification Process
During the Speech Mapping/Real Ear Verification session:
- We place a tiny microphone in your ear canal alongside your hearing aid.
- Various speech sounds and signals are played at different volumes.
- The microphone measures the actual output of the hearing aid in your ear.
- We compare these measurements to your prescription targets.
- If needed, we make precise adjustments to your hearing aid settings to match the targets.
Benefits of Speech Mapping/Real Ear Verification
- Ensures your hearing aids are programmed specifically for your unique ear canal acoustics
- Verifies that all speech sounds are audible
- Improves your ability to understand speech in various environments
- Increases your overall satisfaction with your hearing aids
Our Commitment
At The Hearing Clinic, we're not satisfied until your hearing aids are performing at their best. We use Speech Mapping/Real Ear Verification to take the guesswork out of hearing aid fittings, providing you with a scientifically verified solution tailored to your specific needs. This advanced service is available at both our Cherry Creek and Arvada locations.
Experience the difference that precision makes. Schedule your Speech Mapping/Real Ear Verification appointment today and ensure you're getting the most out of your hearing aids!