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Ear wax removal – the best way

Written by getmilk on October 6, 2022. Posted in blogs.

As you know there are a few ways of ear wax removal. I’m sure you have all heard of ear candling before. You may have seen ear candles at your local pharmacy. They are often located near other wax softening drops, ointments, and ear plugs. But do you ever wonder if ear candling is actually an effective way of removing wax? What is ear candling exactly? An ear candle is a long hollow candle that is placed into the ear canal. It is usually made up of substances such as soy wax and beeswax. The candle tube can be around 15-20cm long. Once the ear candle has been placed into the ear canal,...

Audiologist Conducting Hearing Test of Kid

What You Need To Know About Hearing Tests

Written by getmilk on September 23, 2022. Posted in blogs.

Hearing tests are performed by an audiologist to determine the functioning of the auditory (hearing) system. There are a number of assessments. Otoscopy: Involves the audiologist looking into the ears with a handheld device. Our otoscopes have a small camera on the tip so you’re able to look inside your own ears on the computer screen! Otoscopy is very important as this is the first step in identifying if there are any abnormalities of the structures in the ear canal or tympanic membrane. Should wax obscure the view of the tympanic membrane, our audiologists are trained in safely and effectively...

Kid Enjoying Music after Hearing Treatment

Hearing test for kids

Written by getmilk on September 20, 2022. Posted in Uncategorized.

At Helix Hearing and Helix Hearing, we have the equipment required to perform hearing tests for kids from 6 months of age at some clinic locations and from 4 years at all our clinics. Our friendly reception team will be able to direct you to your closest clinic offering hearing tests for your child. You can expect the appointment to be approximately 30 minutes in length. If a sibling attends the appointment, it is a good idea if a second parent or guardian is able to look after the sibling in the waiting room as the testing environment needs to be very quiet and siblings may be a distraction...

How to Remove Ear Wax Safely?

Written by getmilk on September 16, 2022. Posted in blogs.

Ear wax build up is a common concern that leaves many people asking “what is the best ear wax removal method?”. Ear wax is natural, and it is not harmful to the ears unless there is significant ear wax build up obstructing the ear canal. A build-up of ear wax can cause ear pain, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss and a blocked sensation in the ears. If the wax is not completely blocking the ear canal, hearing may not be affected, and it may be more difficult to tell if there is too much wax in the ears. There are multiple methods of ear wax removal including ear wax removal drops,...

Types of hearing loss

Written by getmilk on September 6, 2022. Posted in blogs.

1 in 6 Australians suffers from some level of hearing loss. Hearing loss affects both adults and children of all ages. Hearing loss can have significant impacts on social, emotional, and physical well-being and can lead to social isolation and difficulties at work and/or school. There are many different causes of hearing loss and there are two main types of hearing loss. Conductive hearing loss Is when the hearing loss is caused by a problem with the outer or middle part of the ear (the ear canal, eardrum, middle ear bones, middle ear fluid). Some causes of conductive hearing loss can...

How much do hearing aids cost in Australia?

Written by getmilk on August 19, 2022. Posted in blogs.

In Australia, eligible pension card holders have access to the Hearing Services Program (HSP) funding. The program covers the cost of basic level hearing aids for eligible participants in the program. Those under the program also have the option to pay on top (“top-up”) of the HSP voucher to be fitted with higher technology level hearing aids. Other funding options for hearing aids include Workcover- for hearing loss proven to be caused by injury from loud noise exposure at work. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) may also provide funding for hearing aids if the person’s hearing...

What is ear candling?

Written by getmilk on August 16, 2022. Posted in Ear candling.

Some of you may have heard of ear candling as an alternative way of ear wax removal. You may have seen this product at the chemist or health food store alongside wax removal sprays, drops and other ointments. But what exactly is ear candling? Does it really work and is it safe? What is ear candling? Ear candling involves placing a long hollow candle into the ear canal. This candle is often made out of fabric that is coated in a mixture of substances such as, beeswax and soy wax and is approximately 15-20cm in length. The tip of the ear candle is then lit and left to burn for about 10-15...

Learn What is a Hearing aid and How it works

Written by getmilk on August 4, 2022. Posted in Hearing Aids.

What is a Hearing aid? A hearing aid is an electronic device that is worn by an individual with a hearing loss so that they are able to listen and communicate in day-to-day activities. Hearing aids come in a wide range of styles and technology levels and there are numerous hearing aid brands. How does a hearing aid work? A hearing aid consists of 3 components: a microphone, an amplifier and a speaker. The microphone picks up nearby external sounds and converts it into a digital signal. The amplifier then increases the strength of this signal. Sounds are then transmitted to the ear...

What is the most effective treatment available for tinnitus?

Written by getmilk on August 4, 2022. Posted in Tinnitus Treatment.

The most effective tinnitus management strategy will be different for every individual and will depend on the cause and severity of their tinnitus awareness. The aim of tinnitus management is not to stop the tinnitus, but to achieve habituation (where the tinnitus is heard but does not intrude on everyday life and activities).The first step in the management of tinnitus is to assess hearing and ear structures and look for obvious causes of tinnitus awareness. Tinnitus is usually not a sign of something serious but can indicate the presence of certain ear conditions in some cases. Therefore,...

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