Ever ask yourself “what would it actually be like to wear hearing aids”? How does a hearing aid feel when you’re wearing one, what is the sound like, and what does it feel like in your ears are all questions you may want to ask someone who already has hearing aids? If you truly want to know what hearing aids are like, you need to come in for a demonstration, but for now, continue reading for an explanation of what you can expect.
1. At Times You Get Feedback
This isn’t the type of feedback that you get when someone tells you how what they think about your results. When a microphone and a speaker detect each other’s signal, they interfere with each other resulting in a high-pitched screeching sound. Even modern microphone and speaker systems can have sound loops created.
We’ve all heard this type of feedback right before somebody begins speaking into a microphone.
While this might sound terrible, and it is uncomfortable, it is rare when a hearing aid is correctly tuned. You may need to re-fit or replace the earmolds if this continues happening.
Feedback can be removed, in some more sophisticated hearing aids, by a built-in feedback cancellation system.
2. Conversations Are Easier to Follow in a Loud Setting
Eating dinner out with the family can seem like eating dinner alone if you have neglected hearing loss. Conversations are nearly impossible to keep up with. You may wind up sitting there, nodding and smiling most of the night.
But today’s hearing aids have the advanced ability to block out background noise. The voices of your family and the wait staff become crystal clear.
3. It Gets a Bit Sticky Sometimes
Your body has a way of letting you know when something shouldn’t be there. If you eat something overly spicy hot, you secrete more saliva to wash it out. You will make tears if something gets in your eye. Your ears also have a defense system of their own.
They generate extra wax.
As a result of this, earwax buildup can occasionally be an issue for individuals who wear hearing aids. Fortunately, it’s only wax and it’s not a big deal to clean the hearing aids. (We can help you learn how.)
Once you’re finished the cleaning you’re quickly back in business.
4. There Are Benefits For Your Brain
You might be surprised by this one. If somebody starts to develop hearing loss it will slowly impact brain function as it progresses.
One of the first things to go is the ability to comprehend what people are saying. Then memory, learning new things, and problem-solving become challenging.
Getting hearing aids sooner than later helps stop this brain atrophy. Your brain gets re-trained. Studies show that they can decrease mental decline and even reverse it. As a matter of fact, 80% of people had increased cognitive function, according to research carried out by the AARP, after using hearing aids to manage their hearing loss.
5. The Batteries Have to be Replaced
Many individuals simply hate dealing with those tiny button batteries. And these batteries seem to choose the worst time to lose power, like when you’re expecting a call from your doctor.
But most of the perceived difficulties with these batteries can be easily solved. You can substantially extend battery life by implementing the right strategies. It’s not hard to bring an extra set because these batteries are inexpensive and small.
Or, today you can purchase rechargeable hearing aids. Just put it on the charger at night. In the morning, simply put them back on. You can even get some hearing aids that have solar-powered charging docs so they will be available to you even if you are camping or hiking.
6. You Will Have a Learning Curve
The technology of modern-day hearing aids is quite advanced. It’s a lot simpler than learning to use a computer for the first time. But adjusting to your new hearing aids will certainly take a little time.
It gradually improves as you continue to wear your hearing aids. Throughout this adjustment time, try to be patient with yourself and your new hearing aids.
People who have stayed the course and used their hearing aids for six months or more typically will say it’s all worth it.
Only actually using hearing aids can give you the experiencing of what they’re really like. If you want to find out, call us.
References
https://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/info-07-2013/hearing-loss-linked-to-dementia.html
