Hearing loss is a hidden disability—it shows no external signs of its presence.  Consequently, others are less apt to recognize the problem and respond with patience and understanding.  Hearing loss in adults often causes difficulties in one's ability to perform well on the job, to follow conversations, to keep abreast of current happenings and to interact easily with others.  Feeling left out, a person with hearing loss may become suspicious and withdrawn—placing undue stress on personal relationships.

     The first step in the treatment of the hearing impaired is a complete audiological evaluation by a licensed audiologist to determine if the loss can be effectively treated medically, surgically, or through the use of amplification.  Audiologists are trained to interpret the test results and to counsel the patient regarding hearing loss, conservation and prevention.  For people whose hearing loss is not medically reversible, hearing aids may be beneficial.  There are a variety of hearing assistive technologies that may be used independently or in conjunction with hearing aids. ACA offers the latest and most remarkable innovations in high-tech hearing systems.

• Complete hearing evaluations .
• Site-of-lesion testing.
• Evaluation of tinnitus (ringing in the ears). 
• Impedance testing (tympanometry and acoustic reflexes) for middle ear function.
• Neonatal and high-risk hearing screening.
• Medical / legal testing.
• Otoacoustic emissions (OAE) evaluation.
• Vestibular evaluation.
• Auditory brainstem response (ABR) evaluation.

• Earmold impressions and modifications.
• Hearing aid evaluations , repair and service.
• Hearing aid sales (with a 30-day trial period), hearing aid fittings, adjustments and follow-ups. 
• Real-ear measurement of hearing aid function.
• Recreational / occupational hearing conservation programs.
• Treatment of tinnitus (ringing in the ears).
• Consultative services to schools, nursing homes and other agencies interested in improving services for the hearing impaired.

• Programmable and digital hearing aid technology .
• Hearing aids, batteries and accessories.
• Hearing assistive technology devices , including: 

• Recreational / occupational devices for children and adults of all ages.
• Custom musician in-ear earphone monitors .
• Custom hearing / noise protectors for children and adults of all ages who are exposed to high levels of sound at work or play.