Can children undergo a comprehensive hearing evaluation and how does it differ from an adult's testing?

Yes, children can undergo a comprehensive hearing evaluation at Melody Hearing Clinic. Our specialized services include newborn hearing screenings and age-appropriate behavioural audiometry to accurately assess hearing capabilities in younger patients.

The process for evaluating a child’s hearing often differs from that of an adult. For children, we employ techniques such as visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA) and conditioned play audiometry (CPA), which are designed to engage children and provide reliable results. In contrast, adult hearing tests typically include pure-tone audiometry and speech audiometry, with an emphasis on detecting hearing damage and loss patterns that may be more prevalent in mature individuals.

At Melody Hearing Clinic, our team of registered hearing aid practitioners, along with affiliated ENT doctors, ensures a comprehensive and personalized approach to hearing care. Whether for children or adults, our detailed hearing evaluations include audiometric and speech testing to diagnose any degree of hearing loss accurately.

Visit our website or contact us at our Downtown Edmonton, Mill Woods, Sherwood Park, South Edmonton, or St. Albert locations to learn more about our services and to schedule a hearing test for your child.