Earcheck Middle Ear Monitor

by Bush

Product Features

• A gentle, reliable way to check for signs of early infections
• Accurate results in seconds, easy and convenient to use
• No pain or discomfort, designed for sensitive ears
• Easy to read level indicators in red, yellow and green
• Designed for use with children 6 mos. and up

Product Description

The EarCheck Monitor accurately detects the presence of middle ear fluid (i.e. otitis media with effusion) which may be associated with acute ear infection. It is clinically proven to be safe and reliable and provides accurate results in seconds. The EarCheck Monitor for home use is based on the same technology available for doctor's offices. This technology uses sound waves to detect middle ear fluid. The EarCheck Monitor sends a pleasant chirping sound into the ear canal. Some of this sound bounces off the eardrum and travels back to the instrument's built-in microphone. Sophisticated electronics inside the monitor analyze the reflected sound to determine if the eardrum is working normally. If there is fluid in the ear, the eardrum's vibrations may be restricted. The more fluid present, the greater the reflected sound. The procedure is quick and painless. Within seconds, you will be able to determine if your child has fluid in the middle ear. The EarCheck Monitor displays the results in a way that is easy for you to interpret and can assist you in determining when to seek medical attention.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 5 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• ASIN: B000FJCRJI
• UPC: 852346001018
• Item model number: EC-1
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #172,247 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Your mileage may vary..., January 2, 2008

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Buzz (Birmingham, AL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Earcheck Middle Ear Monitor

As a parent of a young child, it is sometimes difficult to know when a doctor visit is warranted. This is especially true with ear infections because the symptoms vary widely and are subtle. The child may run a fever or may not. They may have trouble sleeping, but there could be a hundred different reasons for that. Nobody wants to run to the doctor with every sniffle. However, the "wait and see" approach sometimes ends up with a child screaming in pain in the middle of the night. (Been there, done that, too many times.)

We have three young children. Unfortunately, one is prone to ear infections and often exhibits no symptoms until the infection is in full swing.

We bought this Earcheck device when it was brand new on the market, so we've been using ours for a couple of years.

There are a couple of things that I can share:

First, I think the accuracy of the results depends on the individual. One of our children seems to get pretty accurate readings. Another child does not. I speculate that this may have something to do with the specific characteristics of their ear canal.

Second, this only detects the presence of fluid, not actually infection. You can have fluid without an infection, but the presence of fluid is a definite red flag.

I'm giving this product three stars based on the variability of the results. If it works accurately for you or your child, then it is easy to use and gives quick and painless results. On the other hand, it doesn't work for everybody. Truly a "your mileage may vary" situation.

If ear infections are a concern, I highly recommend buying an otoscope as your first line of defense. (An otoscope is that little light the doctor uses to check your ears.) The Earcheck device can also be used as a supplement to the otoscope.

Here is a link to one:

AMAZING Dr Mom Slimline Stainless LED Otoscope®, Pocket Otoscope!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It Works!, January 11, 2007

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WhiteDog - See all my reviews

We've had this for just over a year.
It's tricky to get your sick child to be quiet and still for 30 seconds. But, it does give accurate results! Our ped was amazed.
Unfortunately, it doesn't actually fix the problem. We still wound up with ear tubes!

18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Bad experience, August 17, 2006

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K. Tankha (Knoxville,TN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Earcheck Middle Ear Monitor

This product did not work - said fluid unlikely - and thus no ear infection - two times when my son had really bad ear infections in both ears ! And when I asked for a refund they just gave me a new Ear check as a replaceent and sad they could not give me my money back