Vestibular & Balance Testing
Vestibular & Balance Testing in McAllen, TX
If the room spins, you feel unsteady, or dizziness keeps interrupting your day, our balance testing in McAllen, TX helps pinpoint why. Better Hearing Clinic provides comprehensive vestibular and balance evaluations that assess how your inner ear and balance system are working. Because the inner ear governs both hearing and balance, our audiologists are uniquely trained to evaluate dizziness, vertigo, and unsteadiness — and to guide your next step. As our motto says, we help people hear better and feel less dizzy.
Specialized Vestibular Expertise in the RGV
Balance care isn't offered by every hearing clinic — but it's a core specialty at Better Hearing Clinic. Several of our providers have advanced training in vestibular and electrophysiology testing, with research backgrounds in balance and noise exposure. That depth means your dizziness is taken seriously and evaluated thoroughly, not brushed off. We explain your results in plain language, in English or Spanish, and coordinate with your physician whenever a medical referral is the right move for your care.
What to Expect at Your Balance Test
Balance testing takes about two hours, and a little preparation helps you get accurate results. Here's how to prepare for your VNG (videonystagmography) evaluation at our McAllen office — and what happens on test day.
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Review Your Pre-Test PacketWe'll provide a case history form and a list of do's and don'ts. Bring the completed form with you.
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Wear Comfortable ClothingYou may be placed in several different positions during testing.
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Skip Facial Creams and MakeupAvoid facial creams, makeup, and mascara on the day of your test.
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Avoid Alcohol and CaffeineRefrain from both for at least 48 hours before your evaluation.
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Arrive 15 Minutes EarlyTesting takes time, so late arrivals may need to be rescheduled.
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Plan for About 2 HoursTotal time varies depending on the tests your symptoms call for.
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VNG Goggles and SensorsSensors evaluate your inner ear while special goggles record your eye movements.
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Bring a CompanionDizziness afterward is common, bring someone to drive you home.
Vestibular & Balance Testing FAQs
Common questions about balance and vestibular testing in McAllen — what causes dizziness, what the evaluation involves, and how our audiologists help you feel steady again.
Balance testing helps identify whether your dizziness or unsteadiness is coming from the inner ear. Many common conditions are linked to the vestibular system, including BPPV (positional vertigo), vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, and Ménière's disease, as well as balance changes related to aging or medication.
A comprehensive evaluation at Better Hearing Clinic assesses how your inner ear and balance system respond, helping pinpoint the source of the problem. Some causes are managed directly, while others call for a referral to the right specialist. Either way, you leave with answers instead of guesswork. Call (956) 630-7629 to schedule an evaluation in McAllen.
The inner ear does two jobs: it processes sound and it helps control your balance. That's why audiologists are well suited to evaluate dizziness — the same organ responsible for hearing also houses the vestibular system that keeps you steady.
At Better Hearing Clinic, several providers have specialized training in vestibular and electrophysiology testing, with research experience in balance and noise exposure. That makes us a natural starting point when dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness is affecting your life. If a medical cause is identified, we'll connect you with the appropriate physician. Call (956) 630-7629 to learn more.
Please stop by our office to pick up a case history packet to fill out beforehand and bring on the day of your appointment, and we will provide you with a detailed pre-test instructions form to prepare you for the examination. Please keep in mind that it is a 2-hour examination, so it is recommended to wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Because some testing can briefly trigger dizziness, it's wise to arrange a ride home if you're prone to severe symptoms. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our office at (956) 630-7629 with any questions.
In many cases, yes. The right treatment depends entirely on the cause, which is exactly why testing comes first. Some forms of positional vertigo respond quickly to specific repositioning maneuvers, while others benefit from vestibular rehabilitation, lifestyle adjustments, or medical management.
Our role at Better Hearing Clinic is to evaluate your balance system thoroughly, explain what's happening in plain language, and point you toward the most effective path — including a referral to the right specialist when needed. You don't have to simply live with dizziness. Call (956) 630-7629 and take the first step toward feeling steady again.
Many insurance plans cover vestibular and balance evaluations when they're medically necessary — for example, when dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness is affecting your daily life. Better Hearing Clinic, Inc. accepts United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, and Medicare; we do not accept Medicaid.
Because every plan is different, our medical billing clerk can verify your coverage and any out-of-pocket costs before your appointment, so there are no surprises on test day. Call (956) 630-7629 to check your benefits and schedule your evaluation in McAllen.
60-Day Hearing Aid Exchange Period
Every set of prescription hearing aids fitted at Better Hearing Clinic, Inc. in McAllen, TX is backed by a 60-day exchange period. Wear your devices at the office, at church, on the pickleball court, and at home across the Rio Grande Valley — if they aren't quite right within 60 days, bring them back and we'll swap them for a different model, or return them for a refund with the exception of a $500 restocking fee, if no device is the right match. Real life is the only test that counts.
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Our office in the Dove Pointe center on N McColl Road is a full-service hearing clinic offering diagnostic evaluations, balance testing, hearing aids, and ongoing support.
- (956) 630-7629
- contact@betterhearingclinicinc.com
- Fax: (855) 888-9196
- Rated 4.9 stars from 560+ Google reviews
- Board-certified audiologists at every step
- Bilingual English & Spanish care
- UnitedHealthcare, BCBS, Humana & Medicare accepted
- Wheelchair accessible
“The whole team took the time to explain my hearing test results in a way I actually understood, and never once pushed me toward anything. My hearing aids were fitted carefully and adjusted until they were right. Easily the best hearing care I've had in McAllen.”— Verified Google Review
Better Hearing Clinic, Inc.
Hearing Clinic5425 N McColl Rd, Ste A, McAllen, TX 78504
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |