A thorough examination of your ears from an experienced practitioner — giving you a clear picture of your ear health, peace of mind, and a path forward if treatment is needed.
What your ear health check includes
Most people only think about their ears when something goes wrong — a sudden blockage, an ache, or muffled hearing. But ear health, like all aspects of health, benefits from a little proactive attention.
An ear health check with Ear Rescue gives you a full, clear picture of what’s going on inside your ears. Using specialist equipment, our experienced practitioner examines the ear canal and eardrum, identifies any wax build-up, and checks for early signs of infection or irritation — all in a single comfortable appointment.
If we find something that needs treating, we can discuss the right approach on the spot. If everything looks healthy, you leave with complete peace of mind. Either way, you’re better informed about your ear health.
Ear health checks cost just £20 and are available across Boston and the wider Lincolnshire area — including Spalding, Sleaford, Skegness, Holbeach, and Bourne.
Using a specialist otoscope, we examine the full length of the ear canal, looking for wax accumulation, skin irritation, foreign bodies, or any narrowing of the canal that might make you more prone to blockages.
We check the eardrum for any signs of perforation, scarring, retraction, or fluid behind it. A healthy eardrum is a clear indicator of good overall ear health — and we'll explain clearly what we see.
We determine how much wax is present, how impacted it is, and which removal method — if any — is most appropriate. Not all wax needs removing; we only recommend treatment when it's genuinely needed.
Redness, swelling, or discharge in the ear canal can indicate an outer ear infection (otitis externa). We identify these signs early and advise whether you need to see your GP for further treatment.
We take time to listen to what you've been experiencing — blocked ears, tinnitus, pain, dizziness, or reduced hearing. Your symptoms help us build a complete picture of your ear health alongside the physical examination.
At the end of your check, we'll tell you exactly what we found, what it means, and what — if anything — we recommend doing next. No jargon, no pressure, just honest guidance from an experienced practitioner.
From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, we make sure your appointment is comfortable, informative, and unhurried.
We begin with a friendly conversation about any symptoms you've been experiencing, how long they've been present, and your general ear history. This helps us focus the examination on the right areas.
Using a clinical otoscope, we carefully examine both ear canals and eardrums. The process is completely painless and takes just a few minutes per ear.
We walk you through what we've found — whether it's a simple wax build-up, a healthy ear that needs no treatment, or something that warrants onward referral to a GP or specialist.
If wax removal is recommended, we can often carry this out immediately in the same appointment. If we identify a concern outside our scope, we'll advise clearly on your next steps.
Before you leave, we share tailored advice for maintaining good ear health — including whether routine check-ups would be beneficial for you going forward.
No preparation is necessary in most cases. If you're experiencing a lot of wax, using olive oil drops for a few days beforehand can soften it — but it's not essential for the check itself.
Not necessarily. Many patients have a check and find their ears are perfectly healthy. If no wax removal is needed, only the £20 consultation fee applies — we'll never recommend treatment you don't need.
For most people, once a year is sufficient. Those who produce more wax, wear hearing aids, or use in-ear headphones regularly may benefit from checking every six months.
Yes. We welcome patients of all ages. If you're booking for a child, please let us know in advance so we can ensure the appointment is as comfortable and reassuring as possible.
You don't need to be in significant discomfort to benefit from an ear health check. Any of the following are good reasons to book an appointment.
If you experience sudden hearing loss, severe pain, or discharge from the ear, please see your GP promptly. We’re happy to advise on whether your symptoms need urgent attention — just give us a call.
Not quite — a health check is a thorough examination to assess what’s happening in your ears. If wax removal turns out to be needed, we can discuss carrying that out in the same visit. Some patients book a check first to confirm what’s needed before committing to treatment.
Yes. GP appointments are often brief, and ears can be difficult to examine without specialist equipment. Our dedicated examination gives a much more detailed view of what’s happening inside the ear canal and at the eardrum.
No. A standard ear health check using an otoscope is completely painless. We work carefully and gently, and you can let us know at any point if anything feels uncomfortable.
If we identify something outside our scope — such as a suspected ear infection, perforated eardrum, or other concern — we’ll explain clearly what we’ve found and recommend the appropriate next step, which may be seeing your GP or an ENT specialist.
A £20 consultation gives you a complete picture of your ear health and complete peace of mind. Our team in Boston, Lincolnshire is ready to help.
Personalised ear care guidance to keep your ears healthy between appointments.
Gentle warm water flushing to safely clear softer ear wax build-up.
Professional ear wax removal in the comfort of your own home, we come to you.
Safe, precise ear wax removal — the gold standard in ear care.
We often include an endoscopic ear examination to assess your ears before treatment, read our article on hearing aid users and ear wax, our guide to earwax build-up: causes and symptoms explains when to seek help, and book an appointment with Ear Rescue today.
