A hearing loss can present in different ways. It may be that you are asking for more speech repeats, mishearing speech quite often, turning the television up louder than previously, withdrawing socially, isolating oneself, and/or having difficulty hearing in situations with background noise. If you experience any of these problems or have concerns regarding your hearing, a full hearing assessment is recommended.

The decision to take the next step and go ahead with hearing aids can feel a little daunting. Our Audiologists at Helix Hearing are here to support and guide you to find the right devices for you. This involves an appointment to evaluate your communication needs and get an understanding of your hearing and ear health history. A thorough hearing test is then conducted. We then discuss the options available, considering your hearing, lifestyle, and budget.  While the style of hearing aids vary, hearing aid prices can also vary significantly. They...

Tinnitus is any sound that we hear, that is not present in our surrounding environment. This can include a ringing, buzzing, or whooshing sound in one or both ears, occurring occasionally or constantly. Some may find it distressing.

The diagnosis of a hearing loss can itself be overwhelming, let alone deciding whether to proceed with hearing aids and if so, which brand and/or type. A discussion with an audiologist about the different options available is the first step. This may include looking at the shape of your ear, the degree of hearing loss, and the types of features the hearing aids have that best suit your needs.

Getting to know that your hearing ability is compromised can be overwhelming, and so is using hearing aids. However, once you have been diagnosed with hearing difficulties, the next step is to identify the best hearing aid brand to resolve the issue. The first step is to reach out to an audiologist and discuss with them the available options. Your audiologist will evaluate your ear shape, the extent of hearing loss, and the features you need in your hearing aid. Helix Hearing has no tie-ups with any hearing aid manufacturer or brand. This means that our independent audiologists will...

Wax formation in ears is natural and safe. Ear wax protects your ears with its antibiotic properties and prevents foreign particles from entering the ears. So, having earwax is good, and the ear will clean itself. However, if there is too much wax build up in your ears, you will need to get it removed. However, do not try to remove earwax with cotton buds or sharp objects. Inserting such objects in the ears may damage your ears and also push the wax further inside. Helix Hearing in Melbourne specializes in ear wax removal. Our audiologists have expertise in the safe removal of earwax. Helix...

Hearing aids identify sounds in the surrounding environment and convert them into digital signals. The signal is then amplified or increased to generate amplified sound in the ear through the receiver or a hearing speaker. A skilled audiologist will conduct a hearing test to evaluate your hearing loss and determine the extent of amplification needed for various sound frequencies. While the hearing aids do not treat your hearing loss, it improves your hearing experience by enhancing the sound range as well as offering clarity to sounds and speech. Several types of hearing aids are available...

Optimal hearing ability in kids play an important role in their overall development, including speech and language, communication skills and social behaviour. Some symptoms that kids cannot hear adequately include – your child does not respond when someone calls out their name, delay in speech learning and language development, learning difficulties, other behavioural problems, and inability to keep pace with learning at school. When you go for a hearing test for your child, your audiologist will conduct an in-depth examination of your child’s ears, eardrum movement, and overall ear health....

Tinnitus is a buzzing, whooshing, or ringing sound that an affected individual hears, even when their surrounding environment is completely quiet. Such sounds may be heard in either or both the ears, continuously or occasionally. In severe cases, it can cause considerable levels of stress. While tinnitus cannot be cured, it can be managed with strategies that dilute your tinnitus awareness. The best tinnitus treatment can be determined by assessing your hearing with a hearing test. Tinnitus and hearing loss are related, and therefore, the first step required is to go for a hearing test. Audiologists...