What's Involved in Our Full Tinnitus Assessment
At the Liverpool Hearing Centre, we understand that not all patients require the same approach. That’s why our initial assessment and consultation focuses on you as an individual. We aim to thoroughly understand your tinnitus, your lifestyle, and your needs.
Your Full Tinnitus Assessment will include:
- In-depth investigation of your medical history - to determine existing medical conditions
- Tinnitus Impact Questionnaire - to understand the physical, emotional and social consequences of tinnitus
- Tinnitus Functional Index - to determine the severity and negative impact of tinnitus
- Otoscopy - to determine the health of the outer ear and eardrum
- Pure Tone Audiometry - full hearing assessment to establish hearing thresholds
- Uncomfortable Loudness Levels - to determine sound tolerance levels
- Tinnitus Pitch Matching - to determine your suitability for specific tinnitus treatments
- Tinnitus Loudness Matching - to determine perceived tinnitus intensity
- Tinnitus Minimum Masking Level - to determine likely success of tinnitus masking treatments
- Explanation of test results - to enable you to understand your condition
- Treatment discussion- formulation of your treatment programme
- Free trial of a tinnitus device if appropriate and a free follow up appointment to assess the results
Whether you have been recently diagnosed with tinnitus or lived with the condition for years, The Liverpool Hearing Centre can provide you with expert advice based on the latest developments in tinnitus research.
Take your first step towards understanding and treating your tinnitus. An initial assessment costs just £190.
