Hearing Loss

Hearing and Balance Disorders

Clearer Hearing. Steadier Balance. Greater Confidence.

Your ears do more than help you hear. They also play an important role in helping you stay balanced, steady, and comfortable during everyday movement. When something affects the hearing or balance systems in your inner ear, you may notice dizziness, difficulty concentrating, ringing in the ears, or trouble following conversations. These experiences can be unsettling — but you do not have to navigate them alone.

At Broadwater Hearing Care in St. Petersburg, FL, we evaluate a wide range of hearing and balance concerns and provide clear guidance to help you understand what may be happening. Whether symptoms appear suddenly or have been developing over time, our goal is to support your comfort, safety, and long-term well-being.

Common Hearing and Balance Conditions We Evaluate

Hearing and balance challenges can stem from many different causes. Explore the conditions below to learn more about what you may be experiencing:

Tinnitus

Ringing, buzzing, or whooshing sounds that occur without an external sound source.

Ménière’s Disease

A condition linked to inner ear fluid imbalances. Symptoms often include dizziness, tinnitus, and fluctuating hearing.

Cerebellar Ataxia

Coordination and balance difficulties caused by changes in the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for movement control.

Sensory Ataxia

Instability and unsteady movement resulting from reduced sensory nerve input to the brain.

Labyrinthitis

Inflammation of the inner ear, often following a viral illness, leading to dizziness, vertigo, and temporary hearing changes.

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)

Brief episodes of spinning dizziness triggered by specific head movements.

Misophonia

Strong emotional or physical reactions to certain everyday sounds, such as chewing, tapping, or repetitive noises.

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

A condition in which the brain has difficulty interpreting sound, even when hearing sensitivity itself is within normal limits.

Why Accurate Evaluation Matters

Hearing and balance systems are closely connected. Changes in one often affect the other, which is why a thorough evaluation is so important. Your appointment at Broadwater Hearing Care may include:

A detailed discussion of your symptoms and medical history
Comprehensive hearing testing or hearing screening
Balance or vestibular assessments
Middle ear testing
Specialized auditory or neurological evaluations, when appropriate

Your results help us identify what may be causing your symptoms and guide you toward the most appropriate next steps — whether that includes hearing support, balance therapy, medical referral, lifestyle adjustments, or ongoing monitoring.

Addressing hearing and balance concerns early can:

Reduce the risk of falls
Improve safety and confidence in daily activities
Help prevent long-term hearing changes
Support mental and cognitive well-being
Make communication easier and less stressful
Improve tolerance for sound or motion

Our goal is to help you feel steady, supported, and informed throughout your care journey.

Take a Step Toward Clarity and Stability

If hearing or balance changes are affecting your daily life, we are here to help.

Call 727-205-0134 or contact us online to schedule an evaluation with Broadwater Hearing Care in St. Petersburg, FL, and begin finding answers today.