Home care Tips for Hearing Aids

Do you understand why your hearing aid gets obsolete sometimes? The moisture and earwax can affect hearing aids to malfunction. Here are the steps that you can control your hearing aid from damage.

Here are a few easy things you can do at home to keep your hearing aids in better shape:

 

1.    While handling the hearing device always handle it with care.

2.    Always wipe your hands dry before handling the device and store it in dry places when you’re not wearing it.

3.    Keep it away from children and pets to avoid damage.

4.    Always turn off the device when you’re not wearing it.

5.    Remove the battery and clean the slots with cotton swabs and see if there’s any dirt. The sound which comes from the amplifier may be deterred because of the dirt and moisture on the filter. Change the filter for better performance.

6.    Alike your bike needs a cleaning and service every 3 months, your hearing aid also requires routine cleaning schedules.

7.    Avoid wearing your hearing aids in the shower, while swimming or while using a hair dryer. 

 

Regular cleaning of your hearing aids can save them from repairs and gives you the durability you’d expect. It is very common like a car service that you need professional help every now and then to update and add some features which extend durability. It is same with the hearing aids too. A routine professional check and cleaning schedule keeps it in the best shape and serves you better. This device is exposed to advert environmental and physical factors like humidity, earwax, water, moisture and more. Advanced hearing aids which sit in the canal of the year are more susceptible to earwax and over-the-ear hearing aid devices are exposed to sweat and water. Everyday nurturing of the device can reduce the number of repairs, discomfort for a few days and lifespan.

Steps to Successful Hearing Aid Evaluation

Your ear health is as important as any other chronic illness. If you suspect a hearing impairment, it's best to get a hearing aid evaluation by a health care professional. Early diagnosis helps you to get treatment on time and overcome your difficulty. With a successful hearing aid evaluation, you will be able to live life to the fullest.

Seeking the treatment/evaluation for your hearing is a multi-step process. The health care professional needs to take several steps to first determine the problem and provide quality care to the patients. With the right guidance, the patient will pick the right aid and lead a comfortable lifestyle.

Here are few steps that you can follow to make your hearing evaluation successful

1. Consultation

 

Consult a hearing care professional and discuss the concerns/trouble you might be facing. With advances in technology, you can always find a reliable treatment option for your ailments.

 

To know whether you qualify for a hearing aid, you must go through a step by step process.

The HCP (Hearing Care Professional) will assess your case and test your hearing to determine the issue. He/she will thoroughly analyse your medical history, your symptoms and your lifestyle. In order to have a successful evaluation, it’s imperative that both the parties exchange open ended questions before beginning the test.

 

2. Diagnosis

 

You will undergo a non-invasive hearing test. This test will help the HCP (Hearing Care Professional) determine the level of hearing loss and the type of treatment you require. This test will also be helpful to know whether both of your ears are affected and to what degree. Typically an audiogram is used to perform a hearing test. 

 

To assess your hearing further, the HCP (Hearing Care Professional) may suggest speech or bone conduction test additionally. 

 

The result of the tests will give you clarity as to whether you need a hearing aid and the kind of support you need to overcome your hearing loss.

 

3. Hearing Aid

Depending on the frequency of hearing loss, there are multiple hearing aids available to choose from. From functionality to style, there has been a huge advancement in these devices. The HCP (Hearing Care Professional) will explain the features of different model and suggest you the one which is most compatible to your lifestyle.

 

Ensure that you share your lifestyle and needs during the consultation so that the HCP (Hearing Care Professional) recommends the best suitable model to you. There are even mobile compatible hearing aids available today so you really have a lot of options that can go in line with your preferences.

 

4. Hearing Aid Fitting

 

Finally, after a successful evaluation, you can schedule an appointment for the fourth and final step i.e., fitting of your hearing aid. After you have had the opportunity to choose a device, you can get the device customized to fit your ear. You will be called for another visit to do the fitting along with the corresponding device parts. 

 

Upon your trial, you can check the adjustments and fitting carefully. If you have any concerns with regard to the settings or fitting, you can take the help of your HCP (Hearing Care Professional) to make necessary adaptation.

 

Since this practice is to improve your hearing experience, do not hesitate to ask away any lasting concerns. It’s absolutely okay to take some time to adapt to the hearing device in real-life environment. Sooner, you will begin experiencing an improvised hearing which can be truly life changing experience.

 

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How to Maintain Your Hearing Aid

If you wear a hearing aid, you must learn to maintain and protect your device. Proper maintenance will not only help it in optimal functioning but also prevent breakdown or repair.

Here are some quick tips to maintain your hearing aid

1. Cleaning ear wax out of the device

If you wear your hearing aids continuously, chances are that wax can accumulate in them. When the wax is left uncleaned, the receiver part of your device fails to function. Use a wax picking brush to clean the wax out.

2. Keep them in a secure place

To prevent damage to your hearing aids, always keep them in a box and in a secured place. Dropping them off or stepping over them can definitely damage the aid and may require extensive repair.

3. Free from moisture

Firstly, you should check whether your hearing aids are waterproof. A vast majority of hearing aids are not waterproof and require protection from water and moisture. If the device gets wet, it can distort the functionality of the device, hence you should always be careful to not expose your device to water or moisture unless they are waterproof. You must also avoid wearing your device in extreme temperatures ie, freezing cold or scorching hot

4. Avoid cosmetic sprays

Do not use hair spray or perfume when you are wearing your hearing device. These sprays contain chemicals that might damage your hearing device. You can always wear perfume or sprays before you put them on your device. 

5. Cleaning routine

It’s good to establish a care routine to keep your devices in good condition always. When wearing or unplugging your device, wash your hands. When showering or washing your face, remove your hearing aids and keep them aside. Clean your hearing aids every night and let them air out overnight. Also, avoid cleaning them with wipes or alcohol swabs as the chemicals and scents can damage your device.

6. Change batteries

Hearing Aid batteries can corrode when left inside for a long time in a moisture-trapped environment. When your device is not in use, remember to remove the batteries from the device.

Also, clean the battery contacts with a dry cotton swab to remove any dirt particles. If the battery contacts are dirty, they do not conduct properly and result in the low performance of the device.

7. Schedule routine cleaning

Although you might clean your device at home, it's recommended to get it checked by your audiologist once in six months. An expert can spot repair and adjustments more efficiently. Your audiologist can check the effective functioning of the device and make necessary adjustments or repair work to make it function optimally.

Following the right cleaning routine can increase the lifespan of your device. But sometimes, what you may need is an upgrade. If you feel your device is outdated or you have changes in your lifestyle or hearing; go for an upgrade regardless of how well your hearing aids are performing.

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