Real ear measurment
Cary Audiology provides comprehensive hearing aid services in Cary, NC, and nearby locations.
At Cary Audiology, we believe hearing aids should be customized to your unique hearing needs—not simply programmed using general settings. That’s why we use Real Ear Measurement (REM) as part of our hearing aid fitting process to help ensure your devices are providing the right amount of amplification for your individual hearing loss
What Is Real Ear Measurement?
Real Ear Measurement (REM), also known as probe microphone measurement, is a specialized test that allows our audiologists to measure how your hearing aid is performing inside your actual ear.
Every person’s ears are shaped differently, and the way sound travels through the ear canal can affect how you hear. REM allows our team to verify that your hearing aids are accurately programmed and delivering the appropriate level of sound where you need it most.
Why Is Real Ear Measurement Important?
A hearing aid is only as effective as its programming. While many hearing devices use manufacturer settings as a starting point, those settings are based on average ear shapes and hearing profiles—not your specific needs.
Real Ear Measurement helps our audiologists:
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Improve hearing aid accuracy by adjusting your devices based on measurements from your own ears.
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Enhance speech clarity by ensuring important speech sounds are amplified appropriately.
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Increase comfort by preventing sounds from being too loud or too soft.
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Maximize your hearing aid investment by helping your devices perform the way they were designed.
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Improve overall satisfaction with your hearing experience.
How Does Real Ear Measurement Work?
During a Real Ear Measurement appointment, your audiologist will:
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Place a thin probe microphone gently inside your ear canal near the eardrum.
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Have you wear your hearing aid while speech sounds and other test signals are played through a speaker.
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Measure the exact sound levels your hearing aid is providing inside your ear.
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Adjust your hearing aid settings to match your specific hearing prescription.
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Verify the final programming to ensure your devices are providing optimal performance.
The process is comfortable, quick, and provides valuable information that cannot be obtained through programming alone.
Real Ear Measurement vs. Standard Hearing Aid Programming
Many hearing aids come with automatic programming options, sometimes called a “first fit.” While this can be a helpful starting point, it does not account for the unique shape and acoustics of your ears.
Real Ear Measurement allows our audiologists to move beyond estimates and make adjustments based on real measurements from your hearing system. This helps ensure your hearing aids are fine-tuned specifically for you.
Experience Better Hearing With Cary Audiology
At Cary Audiology, our goal is to provide evidence-based hearing care and help every patient achieve the best possible results from their hearing devices. Real Ear Measurement is an important part of our hearing aid fitting process because it allows us to verify that your devices are accurately programmed for your needs.
Whether you are being fitted with hearing aids for the first time or need adjustments to your current devices, our team is here to help you hear more clearly and confidently.
Schedule an appointment with Cary Audiology today to learn more about personalized hearing solutions.
