Hearing Clinic
As we get older, our health often starts to deteriorate and we may find ourselves unable to easily leave our homes. Hearing loss is a natural phenomenon which normally happens so gradually, you are often not even aware of it. You only realise when you are always turning up the television or asking friends to repeat themselves. Several factors can contribute to hearing loss such as:

• Middle ear problems
• Noise exposure
• Inner ear deterioration
• Nerve damage or deterioration
• Ageing
• Damage to the ear drum
• Blockage of the ear canal

However, many of these problems can be easily corrected and the first step is by having a free hearing check. Our hearing service offers the best in hearing aids including the latest in remote control, programmable and digital aids from all the leading manufacturers. Types of aid available include:

'Invisible' or completely in the Canal - CIC: The very smallest of the in the ear hearing aids, designed to be worn entirely in the canal and is truly unobtrusive and almost invisible.

'Almost Invisible' or In the Canal - ITC: A discreet device that fits almost entirely in the ear canal. Although small in size it still maintains the user operated volume control.

'Semi Visible' or Half Shell: Utilising the lower, bowl part of the ear. The half shell gives improved cosmetic appearance while retaining the flexibility of the larger full shell.

Full Shell: The classic in the ear hearing aid, giving the greatest flexibility of fitting. The size of the instrument makes for easier insertion and adjustment for those with limited dexterity.

Behind the Ear (BTE) Hearing Aids: Very much the traditional type of hearing aid. However, the latest types of this aid are some of the most technologically advanced you can buy and fit discreetly behind the ear.

We also offer the benefits of half yearly aftercare where your hearing aid is cleaned and checked - completely free of charge.