Are you living with hearing aids? Perhaps you are new to living with hearing aids and you’re not entirely sure of what you should be doing just yet. Or, maybe you have been living with them for a while, but you’re still not well versed in taking care of them and want some more information about this.
Either way, we’re here to help! In this article, we’re going to be discussing some of the things that you should know about living with hearing aids. If you would like to discover more, read on.
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They Need Cleaning
One of the most important things that you need to know about hearing aids is that they will need cleaning somewhat regularly. If you get a buildup of wax or debris in your hearing aids, it can impact the way that they function, leading to you not being able to hear very well, even with your hearing aids in.
So, you need to learn about how to clean them without damaging them. It might be tricky the first few times as you get used to being delicate, but you will get there. You can even ask your audiologist to show you, just to be on the safe side.
They May Need Changing Down The Line
As your hearing level deteriorates, it’s entirely possible that you are going to need to change them down the line, getting some new hearing aids. Of course, this shouldn’t happen any time soon, so take the time to learn how to take care of the hearing aids you’ve got. If you do end up with a different type of hearing aid, you can learn to take care of that one when the time comes.
Replacing The Battery Or Charging Them
The batteries in hearing aids don’t last forever, they will run out at some point and you will need to change these. The good news is, you can now get rechargeable batteries for hearing aids. This means you no longer need to find those tiny batteries that you know you have somewhere in your home, you are just not sure where they are.
The Weather Can Impact Them
Finally, be aware that the weather can have a huge impact on your hearing aids. Just like you wouldn’t wear them swimming, it is not recommended to get them overly wet in heavy rain. They are somewhat waterproof but only in a light rain shower, not a heavy thunderstorm. Make sure you either take them out or use some other form of protection like a hood or umbrella if you get caught outside in the rain. When you get home, make sure you dry them thoroughly as the last thing you want is for them to break and then you need to invest in new ones. You can find out more about how to look after your hearing aids and how the weather can affect them here.
We hope you enjoyed this article and it gave you some reassurance that living with hearing aids isn’t so bad. Many people still associate them with being big, bulky, and noticeable. However, this is no longer the case and you could walk around in the world with invisible hearing aids!
