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The Hearing Practice. "Hertfordshire's Best Audiology Clinic 2019"

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The Hearing Practice. "Hertfordshire's Best Audiology Clinic 2019"

Award winning Private Audiology clinic for Children & Adults for specialist Hearing testing in Herts The Practice is here to help you hear better.

As Chief Clinical Audiologist and Director of The Hearing Practice Fiona Bateson is a private Hearing & Tinnitus Specialist providing a complete Audiology and hearing assessment service for both children & adults. To hear the best you can. From hearing testing or Tinnitus Retraining Therapy through to the best digital hearing aids for your hearing difficulty,

The Hearing Practice prides itself on the service it gives to our patients and doesn't want to be just a 'good' Hearing Practice, we want to be the 'Best Hearing Practice', providing all your hearing and listening needs the way you would want us to.

22/10/2025

Do you have ringing in your ears that never seems to stop?
You might be experiencing tinnitus — a common but often misunderstood condition.

Here are 3 signs to watch for:
1️⃣ Ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds that only you can hear
2️⃣ Noise that’s constant or comes and goes
3️⃣ Trouble sleeping, focusing, or relaxing because of the sound

Tinnitus isn’t a disease — it’s a symptom, often linked to hearing loss, noise exposure, ear infections, or even stress.

If these signs sound familiar, don’t ignore them — a hearing specialist can help find the cause and offer relief options.

19/10/2025

🎧 What Is Audiology?
Audiology is the science of hearing and balance — helping people understand, diagnose, and treat hearing and ear-related issues. 👂

Here are 5 quick facts 👇

1️⃣ Audiology = Hearing Science
Audiologists are healthcare professionals who assess and treat hearing and balance disorders.

2️⃣ It’s Not Just Hearing Loss
Audiology also covers tinnitus (ringing in the ears), dizziness, and balance problems and more.

3️⃣ Tech Meets Medicine
Audiologists use advanced tech — from hearing aids to cochlear implants — to improve quality of life.

4️⃣ All Ages Welcome
They work with everyone from newborn babies (newborn hearing screening) to older adults.

5️⃣ Prevention Matters
Audiologists also educate on hearing protection — think noise exposure, concerts, and workplace safety.

If you have any concerns about your hearing, contact The Hearing Practice to see how we can help.

15/10/2025

Hearing loss doesn’t just affect your ears — it can actually change your brain.

When hearing declines, the parts of the brain responsible for processing sound start to shrink from lack of stimulation. Even more interestingly, other brain regions (like those for vision or touch) may “take over” those areas — a process called cross-modal neuroplasticity. This is one reason early use of hearing aids can help keep the brain sharp and prevent cognitive decline.

10/10/2025

What Do We Treat at The Hearing Practice?

Whether you're struggling with persistent issues or noticing new symptoms, our expert audiologists are here to help.

At The Hearing Practice, we diagnose and manage a wide range of ear and hearing concerns:
• Hearing loss (age‑related, noise‑induced, congenital)
• Excess ear‑wax & conductive blockages
• Tinnitus (ringing, buzzing)
• Hyperacusis (sound intolerance)
• Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) in children & adults
• Children’s hearing assessments
• Advanced hearing aid fitting and support

👉 Book a consultation today to explore our tailored solutions and start your journey to better hearing.

09/10/2025

Loud music is one of the most common causes of hearing loss under 40.

We all love music — it boosts your mood, your workout, your focus…
But here’s the problem 👇
If you can’t hear someone speaking next to you while your headphones are in, it’s too loud.

That constant exposure to high volume slowly damages the delicate hair cells in your inner ear — and once they’re gone, they don’t grow back. 😬

The result?
🔹 Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
🔹 Needing higher volumes over time
🔹 Struggling to hear clearly in noisy places

Here’s a simple way to protect your ears:
⚡ The 60/60 rule — listen at 60% volume for no more than 60 minutes at a time.
And give your ears a break between sessions — they need rest just like your muscles do. 💪

👂 Protecting your hearing today means you’ll still enjoy your favourite music clearly decades from now.

08/10/2025

Hearing loss doesn’t always mean silence.
Most people imagine hearing loss as total deafness — but that’s rarely the case.

In reality, most people with hearing loss can still hear sounds, they just lose clarity, especially when there’s background noise.
You might find yourself saying things like:
🗣️ “I can hear you talking, but I can’t make out what you said.”
🎶 “The TV sounds loud enough… but I still can’t follow what’s going on.”

That’s often one of the first signs of early hearing loss — when your brain starts working harder to fill in the gaps.

The good news? 👂 Early detection makes a big difference.
Regular hearing checks and tailored hearing aids can help you hear clearly again — not just loudly.

💬 Have you ever noticed yourself turning up the volume but still missing words?
That might be your ears trying to tell you something.

Book a hearing test with The Hearing Practice today.

02/10/2025

Myth vs Fact

🚫 Myth: Hearing aids aren’t worth it for mild hearing loss.
✅ Fact: Even mild hearing loss can cause you to miss parts of conversations, struggle at work, and feel disconnected. Starting early makes adapting to hearing aids smoother—and keeps you connected to the people and moments that matter most. 💬💙

👉 Don’t wait until it gets “bad enough.” Your hearing health is worth looking after now.

26/09/2025

“I never thought I’d find relief from the constant ringing in my ears, but The Hearing Practice has truly changed my life.”

We’re so proud to support patients on their journey with tinnitus — helping them find calm, clarity, and confidence again. 💙

👂 If you’re struggling with tinnitus, you don’t have to live with it alone. We’re here to help.

25/09/2025

This week is International Week of Deaf People — a time to celebrate Deaf culture, raise awareness, and promote inclusion for the 70 million+ people worldwide who use sign language as their first language.

At The Hearing Practice, we’re proud to support better hearing health for all and to stand alongside the Deaf community in advocating for communication access and understanding.

💙 Let’s use this week to listen, learn, and support. Together, we can make the world more inclusive.

23/09/2025

🌍✨ International Day of Sign Languages 2025 ✨🌍
📅 Tuesday 23rd September

Did you know? The International Day of Sign Languages was first proclaimed by the United Nations in 2017, following a proposal from the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD). It’s held every year on 23rd September to celebrate the founding of the WFD in 1951.

🤟 This day is a powerful reminder that sign languages are just as important as spoken languages—they connect millions of people worldwide, preserve Deaf culture, and promote inclusivity.

At The Hearing Practice, we’re passionate about breaking down barriers in communication and raising awareness of the different ways people connect. Today, we celebrate the richness of sign languages and the vital role they play in ensuring that everyone has a voice.

19/09/2025

🔊 Do everyday sounds feel too loud?
You might be experiencing hyperacusis – a condition where the ears become overly sensitive to sound.

👉 Here are 3 signs to watch for:

1️⃣ Everyday noises (like dishes clinking or running water) feel painfully loud.
2️⃣ Noisy environments (restaurants, traffic, crowds) feel overwhelming.
3️⃣ Sounds trigger physical reactions like ear pain, pressure, headaches, or dizziness.

Hyperacusis can impact daily life, but help is available. At The Hearing Practice, we can assess your symptoms and guide you towards relief. 💙👂

✨ Don’t suffer in silence — book your hearing check today.

18/09/2025

Ringing in your ears? You’re not alone.

Tinnitus affects 1 in 8 people in the UK – that’s millions living with constant buzzing, ringing, or humming sounds that no one else can hear.

While tinnitus isn’t a disease itself, it can be a sign of underlying hearing changes. The good news? Support and solutions are available. 👂💡

At The Hearing Practice, we can help you understand your symptoms, manage the noise, and take steps towards relief.

✨ Don’t ignore the ringing — book your hearing check today.

Address

One Hatfield Hospital, Hatfield Avenue
Hatfield
AL109UA

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441462236344

Website

http://www.thehearingpractice.co.uk/

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