Qiniso Ndlovu Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

03/03/2025

📢 World Hearing Day 2025 – Change Your Mindset! 🎧👂
Today is World Hearing Day! 🌍 This year’s theme is “Changing mindsets: Empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all!”

Did you know that up to 60% of hearing loss in children is preventable? And in adults, early action can delay or even prevent hearing deterioration.

🔹 Follow the 60/60 rule: Listen at 60% volume for no more than 60 minutes at a time.
🔹 Wear ear protection in loud environments.
🔹 Get regular hearing check-ups – prevention is better than cure!

Protect your hearing and enjoy the sounds of life. Book your hearing test today! 👉 call 031 303 3874 for Durban and 034 980 8565/35 for Vryheid

&Audiologist

Welcome to Hear Clear SA Audiologist, where we prioritize your hearing health to enhance your quality of life. Our team of experienced audiologists is committed to delivering the best possible care, staying at the forefront of audiology advancements. Tailoring our services to your unique needs, we e...

14/08/2024

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by symptoms of deficient reciprocal social communications. It present itself in the following signs and symptoms;

Restricted, repetitive and sensory behaviour or interests

Signs in this area include:

1-lining up toys in a particular way over and over again

2-frequently flicking switches or spinning objects

3-speaking in a repetitive way

4-having very narrow or intense interests
needing things to always happen in the same way

5-having trouble with changes to their schedule, or changing from one activity to another

6-showing signs of sensory sensitivities like becoming distressed by everyday sounds like hand dryers, not liking the feel of clothes labels, or licking or sniffing objects

Difficulties in social communication:

1-rarely using language to communicate with other people

2-not speaking at all

3-rarely responding when spoken to

4-not sharing interests or achievements with parents

5-rarely using or understanding gestures like pointing or waving

6-using only limited facial expressions to communicate

7-not showing an interest in friends or having difficulties making friends

8-rarely engaging in imaginative play.

*Parents look out for the above signs and symptoms in your children.

*If your child has the above signs and symptoms call us for assessment, diagnosis and treatment.

034 980 8565/35
031 303 3874 or 031 012 5071

15/07/2024

Speech delay in children can be a concerning issue for parents and caregivers. It refers to a situation where a child's speech and language development is slower than that of their peers. This delay can manifest in various ways, such as limited vocabulary, difficulty forming sentences.

Speech or language delays in children can be caused by various factors, including:

1. Hearing Problems: Hearing impairments can prevent a child from hearing and imitating sounds, which is crucial for language development.

2. Developmental Disorders: Conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or developmental language disorder (DLD) can affect communication skills.

3. Neurological Disorders: Disorders like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or traumatic brain injury can impact speech and language development.

4. Genetic Factors: Genetic conditions like Down syndrome can lead to speech and language delays.

5. Environmental Factors: Lack of stimulation, neglect, or limited exposure to language-rich environments can contribute to delays.

6. Premature Birth: Premature infants are at higher risk for developmental delays, including speech and language delays.

7. Intellectual Disabilities: Children with intellectual disabilities may develop speech and language skills more slowly.

8. Oral-Motor Problems: Difficulties with the coordination of the muscles used for speaking can cause speech delays.

9. Psychosocial Factors: Emotional and behavioral issues, such as extreme shyness or selective mutism, can impact speech development.

Early intervention and assessment by a healthcare professional, such as a speech-language pathologist, are crucial for addressing and managing speech or language delays effectively.

This is Qiniso Ndlovu Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. DM us or call us on 031 303 3874 and 034 980 8565/35 or alternatively 031 012 5071.