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- 74 Mount Street, Heidelberg, VIC, 3084
- Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss
A hearing loss is present in 6 out of 10 people aged 61 to 70 and 3 out of 4 people aged over 70 *
85% of those with a hearing loss do not use hearing aids. *
A gradual onset hearing loss due to presbycusis is insidious and difficult to self-diagnose. A reduced capacity to communicate has a significant impact on relationships, social connection, independent living and quality of life.
A strong clinical association has been identified in older adults between hearing loss and the risk of developing cognitive impairment and dementia. While this may reflect a common neurological pathway, the cognitive load from compensating for a poorly managed hearing loss is considered a significant contributing factor. **
We can provide hearing screening or full diagnostic assessments as part of your overall health assessment of patients in this age group. Audiological assessments at our clinic are eligible for a Medicare rebate as an Allied Health Service under the Chronic Disease Management Program.
* Listen Hear! The economic impact and cost of hearing loss in Australia. Access Economics Pty Ltd, February 2006, download from the Australian Society of Audiology website
** Hearing Loss and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults. FR Lin et al, JAMA Intern Med. 2013;173(4):293-299.
Please refer to the specific sections of our website for more detailed information about our hearing aid services. Our clinic specialises in the following:
Our Services
Hearing Services
Hearing loss is common, particularly as you become older. In Australia, research shows 1 in 5 people over 60 years old will have a hearing loss
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Hearing Aids
We believe that our patients should be given the necessary information and guidance to make their own hearing aid decisions.
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Tinnitus
DWM Audiology provides an individualised program to assist you in achieving tinnitus habituation and management.
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Hyperacusis & Misophonia
We provide a unique, individualised program to assist you in achieving increased tolerance to everyday sound,
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Acoustic Shock
Our Audiology practice provides unique expertise in the evaluation and management of acoustic shock patients and in acoustic shock workplace consultancy
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Auditory Processing
A comprehensive management program can be put together, once a person's specific auditory processing weaknesses have been identified.
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Hearing Tests for Kids
Hearing difficulties in school age children are known to have a significant impact on their social, behavioural and academic growth.
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Support for Musicians
We are preferred audiologists for the specialised impression taking for in-ear monitors fitted by Ultimate Ears.
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