Aural Rehabilitation
Getting More Out of Better Hearing
When hearing loss goes untreated, the brain’s ability to process sound can weaken. Hearing aids restore access to sound, but the brain often needs time and practice to fully adjust. Our aural rehabilitation program helps bridge that gap, training your auditory system to recognize speech more easily and interpret sound with less effort.
How does aural rehabilitation work?
Aural rehabilitation, sometimes called auditory training, teaches strategies for adapting to hearing loss and using hearing technology effectively. It combines education, counseling, and practical listening exercises to strengthen your communication skills in real-world situations.
Without aural rehabilitation, many people feel frustrated that hearing aids “don’t work as expected.”
Aural rehab can be helpful for:
- New hearing aid users who are adjusting to amplified sound for the first time.
- Long-term hearing aid wearers who want to improve results or communication skills.
- People with long-untreated hearing loss whose brains need time to relearn how to process certain sounds.
- Anyone struggling in noisy environments, even with hearing aids.
What You’ll Learn in Aural Rehab
With the right training through aural rehabilitation, hearing aids become far more effective – which leads to clearer understanding, more enjoyable social interactions, and improved overall quality of life. Our program includes:
- Listening practice in noise: Training your brain to separate voices from background sounds
- Speechreading and visual cues: Using lip movement and body language to aid understanding
- Communication strategies: Tips for group settings, restaurants, and phone calls
- Managing listening fatigue: Techniques to stay engaged without feeling drained
- Family involvement: Teaching loved ones how to support better communication at home
Take the Next Step Toward Better Hearing
Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.