Pediatric’s Hearing Evaluation
Play Audiometry
We offer both Play Audiometry and Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) as specialized audiological services, particularly designed for assessing the hearing abilities of young children and infants.
Both Play Audiometry and Visual Reinforcement Audiometry are vital tools in pediatric audiology, enabling the early detection and intervention of hearing problems in children of different age groups, from toddlers to preschoolers. These child-friendly testing methods ensure accurate results while creating a positive and comfortable experience for the young patients and their families.
Here’s a brief overview of these services
What it is: Play audiometry is a child-friendly hearing test designed to assess the hearing abilities of young children. Through interactive games and activities, audiologists evaluate the child’s response to different sounds and frequencies.
How it works: Children are encouraged to respond to sounds by playing games or performing tasks when they hear specific tones or noises. This test helps in diagnosing hearing impairments in a playful and engaging manner.
When to use: Play audiometry is ideal for children aged 2 to 5 years, providing valuable insights into their hearing abilities and aiding in early detection of hearing issues.
Visual Reinforcement Audiometry:
We offer a range of audiological services to comprehensively assess hearing abilities and auditory function
These audiological services cater to individuals of all ages, from infants to adults, and play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing hearing disorders, ensuring that appropriate interventions and treatment plans are tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Here’s a brief overview of these services
What it is: Behavioural observation audiometry is a method of evaluating hearing in infants who are unable to provide verbal or motor responses. Audiologists observe the child’s behavioral reactions to sound stimuli.
How it works: Various sounds are presented to the child, and the audiologist observes the child’s responses, such as changes in facial expressions or body movements, indicating their ability to hear specific sounds.
When to use: BOA is employed for infants from birth to 6 months, allowing early detection of hearing impairments and facilitating timely intervention.
What it is: Free field audiometry assesses hearing in an open environment without the use of headphones or earphones. Instead, sound is presented from a speaker, allowing audiologists to evaluate hearing abilities in real-world situations.
How it works: Sounds are played through speakers at varying volumes and frequencies. Patients respond to the auditory stimuli, enabling the audiologist to determine their hearing thresholds in a natural listening environment.
When to use: FFA is utilized in cases where assessing hearing in a natural, open setting is necessary, providing insights into how patients hear everyday sounds.
What it is: Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR) or BERA is an objective test that measures the electrical activity in the auditory nerve and brainstem in response to sound stimuli. It provides valuable information about hearing function and neural pathways.
How it works: Electrodes are placed on the scalp, and the patient is exposed to clicking sounds. The electrical responses generated by the auditory system are recorded and analyzed, providing insights into hearing disorders and neurological conditions.
When to use: ABR/BERA is used when evaluating patients with suspected auditory nerve or brainstem abnormalities, providing valuable diagnostic data for various hearing-related and neurological disorders.
