Hearing Tests & Hearing Aid Screenings in the New River Valley

If conversations feel harder to follow or voices seem unclear, a hearing test is an important first step. Hearing changes often happen gradually and may go unnoticed until they begin affecting daily activities. A thorough evaluation can reveal how well you detect sound, understand speech, and process different frequencies.

At New River Valley Hearing & Balance, our testing process is comfortable, straightforward, and tailored to your individual needs. With offices in Radford and Floyd, VA, accessing high-quality hearing care has never been more convenient for individuals throughout the New River Valley.

Types of Screenings We Offer

We may recommend one or several tests, depending on your symptoms and goals:

Audiometry

Measures how softly you can hear pure tones across a range of pitches.

Speech Testing

Evaluates how well you recognize spoken words in quiet or noisy environments.

Tympanometry

Assesses eardrum movement to check for blockages, fluid, or middle ear concerns.

Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR)

Measures how sound travels from your ears to your brain.

Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE)

Detects tiny sounds generated by the inner ear to check hair cell function.

Cognitive Screening (Cognivue)

Provides insight into how hearing challenges may relate to memory or processing.

Balance Testing

Evaluates how your ears, eyes, and brain work together to support stability.

What to Expect

The process at New River Valley Hearing & Balance is simple and relaxed:
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Discussion and History

We begin by talking about your hearing, health history, noise exposure, and any symptoms such as ringing in the ears or dizziness.

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Quiet Testing Environment

You will sit in a calm, quiet space so results are as accurate as possible.

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Headphones or Earphones

Sounds are presented through headphones or small ear inserts. You respond by pressing a button or raising your hand when you hear them.

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Review of Results

Before you leave, your audiologist explains your results in everyday language and answers your questions.

Most visits take less than an hour. Many people find the process surprisingly easy and reassuring.

Understanding Your Hearing Test Results

Your results are displayed on a chart called an audiogram. This graph shows:

  • How soft a sound needs to be before you can hear it at different pitches
  • Whether one ear hears differently from the other
  • Whether your hearing falls within a normal range or shows signs of hearing loss

We will:

  • Explain what your hearing levels mean for daily communication
  • Discuss whether hearing aids or other solutions may help
  • Recommend how often you should retest your hearing

Why Regular Hearing Testing Matters

Hearing is closely tied to communication, relationships, work performance, and even cognitive health. Regular testing can help you:

  • Catch hearing changes early
  • Maintain stronger connections with family, friends, and coworkers
  • Reduce listening fatigue and misunderstandings
  • Make informed decisions about hearing protection or technology

Schedule Now

If you have noticed even small changes in how you hear, now is a good time to check in. A hearing test at New River Valley Hearing & Balance can give you clear answers and helpful next steps. 

Call 540-731-4327 or click below to get started.

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