It doesn’t take a lot of work to get the most out of your hearing aids – there are just a few simple steps to take and make sure they are giving you the best performance for as long as possible.
These steps can be broken down into a few simple ‘rules of thumb’:
Your hearing aids will have given to you with instructions. Read these first – they are written specifically for your hearing aids and will give you the best advice.
Your hearing aids are small and sensitive devices. For general care:
Daily checking and regular cleaning is needed to ensure they do not get blocked up with wax or other debris. This can make them fail completely.
Hearing aids are electronic devices that will fail if they are exposed to too much water or humidity. Be very careful to ensure your hearing aids do not make contact with liquids, whether you are wearing them or not.
Your hearing aids are designed to work within a set range of temperatures.
Following these steps will help you keep your hearing aids work longer and better.
If you experience problems with earwax, skin irritation, or have any other problems please see your local Hearing Care Clinician as soon as you are able.