Music Audiology
Specialty Services for the Music Industry
Prevention of Music Induced Hearing Loss, Disorders, & Symptoms
Tinnitus
Perception of sound without a sound source. Ringing, buzzing, hissing, static sounds.
Hyperacusis
Loud sound sensitivity resulting in emotions such as pain, fear, annoyance, and anger.
Dysacusis
Sound distortion of a certain frequency range or timbre of an instrument.
Diplacusis
Altered pitch perception. One ear may hear one pitch, while the other hears a different pitch.
Auditory Fatigue
Exhaustion at the end of the day to due extended listening in environments, especially if volume levels are high.
Hearing Loss
Music Induced Hearing Loss is caused by overexposure to music. Even sounds that we love can be permanently damaging to our ears. Prolong your career by taking steps towards healthy hearing care.
Speech in Noise Difficulty
Difficulty processing sounds in loud settings with multiple speakers and competitive auditory signals.
Acoustic Trauma
An injury to the ear, either caused by sudden intense sounds, or exposure to loud sound over time (concerts). May result in muffled hearing, tinnitus, and a temporary shift in hearing.
The goal is to prevent these Music-Induced Hearing Disorders from occurring. If you experience one or more of these disorders, there is hope. Make an appointment to discuss next steps.