{"id":128910,"date":"2021-05-31T14:50:03","date_gmt":"2021-05-31T12:50:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/heres-how-a-hearing-test-works\/"},"modified":"2025-01-28T13:51:09","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T12:51:09","slug":"heres-how-a-hearing-test-works","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/en\/hearing-test\/heres-how-a-hearing-test-works\/","title":{"rendered":"Here&#8217;s how a hearing test works"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve never had a hearing test before, you probably don\u2019t know what to expect. That can be exciting. That\u2019s why we like to tell you how a hearing test works, because there\u2019s nothing exciting about it. And no, a hearing test absolutely does not hurt!   <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: the Amsterdam Questionnaire<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/>Prior to your appointment, you will be asked to complete the Amsterdam Questionnaire. This questionnaire paints a picture of your situation and hearing problems. We use this questionnaire as the basis for your hearing test. Completion of the questionnaire is also <a href=\"\">required<\/a> by Zorgverzekeraars Nederland to be eligible for any <a href=\"\">reimbursement<\/a> on your hearing aid(s).   <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: the intake<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you come to your appointment, you will first get a nice cup of coffee, and the hearing care professional will ask you a few questions. These questions are in addition to the questionnaire you filled out and are about yourself, your medical history, whether you already wear hearing aids and the hearing problems you are currently experiencing. This allows the hearing care professional to get a complete picture of your wants and needs.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: the first part of the hearing test \u2013 the tone test<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first part of the hearing test, you will be given headphones and a push button in your hand. The hearing care professional starts the test, which plays tones at different frequencies alternately in your left and right ear. Your ears are thus measured separately from each other. All you have to do is press the button when you hear a beep. After this test, the hearing care professional will decide if additional tests are needed. If not, the results will be discussed with you directly as described in step 6.     <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: the second part of the hearing test \u2013 the bone conduction test<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second part of the hearing test is not much different from the first, but in this case, instead of headphones, you will be given a special headband with a vibrating block on it. This is called the bone conduction test, which allows us to determine the origin of the <a href=\"\">hearing loss<\/a>. Again, you will be asked to press the button when you hear a beep.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: The third part of the hearing test \u2013 the speech test<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the third part of the hearing test, you are again given headphones, but words rather than tones are offered. You will be asked to repeat these words. This speech test allows the hearing care professional to determine if a hearing aid is actually useful.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: discussing the result<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the tests are finished, the hearing care professional will show you a graph called an audiogram. This shows how good your hearing is at different frequencies. If there is any hearing loss, the hearing care professional will advise you on how to improve it. If a hearing aid can help you, the hearing care professional will explain which types and features are convenient and suitable for you. Also discussed with you then are the costs and <a href=\"\">fees<\/a>, and the options for <a href=\"\">remote hearing care<\/a>.    <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: fitting and trial period<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have made your choice, we will order your hearing aid(s), and schedule another appointment for the fitting. After the fitting, you will enter a trial period during which the hearing care professional can further optimize your hearing aid(s) while you use them in your daily life. In many cases, this can even be done remotely, so you don\u2019t have to return to the store.  <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions about a hearing test<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I know if I need a hearing test?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you find that you miss conversations, the volume of the TV has to keep turning up or you suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/hoorproblemen\/alles-over-tinnitus\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9809\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tinnitus<\/a>, a hearing test is recommended.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On average, how long does a hearing test take?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard hearing test takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Beforehand, we have a brief intake to discuss your symptoms and wishes. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need a referral from a primary care physician?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, a referral is not necessary. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/maak-een-afspraak\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"161\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">make an appointment<\/a> for a hearing test directly with our audiologists. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is a hearing test covered by health insurance?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, that is not necessary, because a hearing test at Horend Goed is always <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/hoortest\/gratis-hoortest\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"128\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free<\/a> and without obligation!<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/maak-een-afspraak\/\" style=\"background-color:#a2cb58\">Make an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.horendgoed.nl\/shop\/\" style=\"background-color:#ff4400\">Shop Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;ve never had a hearing test before, you probably don&#8217;t know what to expect. 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