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Digital hearing aids use the most advanced technology available today. Working in a different way to analogue, they convert the signal from the microphone to numbers that can be manipulated by a tiny computer in the aid. They can automatically adjust to suit different sound environments. Digital instruments offer complete flexibility and fine tuning capabilities.

Hearing Loss

There are two basic types of hearing loss called sensorineural and conductive.

Sensorineural hearing loss is the result of damage to the inner ear or to the nerve pathway that senses sound waves. Sensorineural loss usually involves a reduction in sound level, or the inability to hearing soft sounds, thus affecting the ability to understand speech. An example is damage from noise exposure.

Conductive hearing loss is the result from physical problems when sound is not conducted efficiently through the ear. Conductive hearing loss usually involves a decline in sound level, or the incapacity to hear soft sounds. A very simple example is a blockage of the ear canal.

Fully independent, Langley Audiology Centre offers a FREE HEARING TEST. We work closely with leading manufacturers to offer you a wide variety of hearing aids. Within our comprehensive ear care programme, we take care and time to listen to you and identify your requirements to find the best hearing aid for you.

Custom-made Swim Moulds available from The Langley Audiology Centre.

Swim moulds are recommended for use whilst swimming and are ideal in the following cases:

- Children or adults who are fitted with grommets

- Protect ears which are prone to infection.

- Keeps water out of ears when swimming or bathing.

- Available in a variety of colours.

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