six things you should know about tympanometry
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Call North Shore Audio-Vetibular Lab 1160 Park Ave W. Suite 4 S. Highland Park IL 60035 (847) 737-4270 Route 83 & Robert Parker Coffin Rd, Suite 103 Long Grove, IL 60047 (847) 737-7544 Website: www. NSAVL.com Tympanometry is a test used to detect abnormalities occurring the middle ear.The first step in Tympanometry is to place a small, soft ear tip into your ear canal that will change the air pressure in the canal. This will cause the eardrum to move back and forth and a machine will record the movement of the eardrum.TRANSCRIPT
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Six Things You Should Know About
Tympanometry
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Tympanometry is a test used to detect abnormalities
occurring the middle ear.
What Is Tympanometry?
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The first step in Tympanometry is to place a small, soft ear tip into your ear canal that
will change the air pressure in the canal.
What Happens During Tympanometry?
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This will cause the eardrum to move back and forth and a
machine will record the movement of the eardrum.
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You can help your Audiologist get good results by not speaking, chewing or
swallowing during the test.
What Do I Need To Do During Tympanometry?
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If you do, it’s not a problem but the best results are obtained when there is
little to no movement by the person being tested.
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What Will I Feel During Testing?
Tympanometry is not uncomfortable and should not
cause any pain.
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Why Is Tympanometry Performed?
Tympanometry tells your Audiologist about the health
of the middle ear system.
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What If My TympanometryResults are Abnormal?
Do not be alarmed if you have abnormal test results. It simply means more testing is needed.
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If you have a concern, talk to your Audiologist about it. He or she will be happy to answer any questions
you might have.