Having a hearing aid fitted can have a transformative impact on your quality of life, making it much easier to join in on conversations and hear those small and sweet sonic details, such as birdsong, that make life so enjoyable.
With that said, getting the most from hearing aids isn’t as straightforward as simply popping one into your ear and letting it work its magic.
It’s a process, and while it’s the audiologist and the device itself that’ll do most of the work, there are also things you can do that’ll improve your chances of success.
A hearing aid can be a game-changer, but only once you’ve been assessed by an audiologist and had the device fitted. All too often, people with worsening hearing delay making an appointment because they don’t believe that their hearing is bad enough to merit wearing a hearing aid.
It’s best to book a hearing appointment as soon as you (or a friend/relative) notices that your hearing is worsening. The reason is that it is better to have a hearing aid fitted earlier rather than later, since untreated hearing loss can have side effects, including faster cognitive decline.
People seem to think of hearing aids as a single device, but it’s better to describe them as a group of devices. If you have hearing loss, then your audiologist will help you to find the ones that’s best suited for you. Preparing for a hearing aid fitting involves thinking about your needs, lifestyle, and routine. For example, do you have a lot of virtual meetings? Are you a very active person? The hearing aid specialist will consider the extent of your hearing loss along with your practical requirements to make the ideal recommendation.
There are two good reasons to take a friend or family member with you to your hearing aid appointment. The first is that going to a hearing aid fitting can be a little intimidating, and even though you’ll discover that there’s nothing to be scared of once you’re there, having a loved one by your side can put you at ease when you’re on your way.
The second is that having access to a familiar voice can help you to give feedback on which hearing aid device is right for you. It’s easier to tell if sounds are coming through clearly when you’re listening to a voice that you recognize.
Some people love wearing their hearing aids from day one. For others, it’s a process. It can take a bit of time for the brain to get used to wearing a hearing device, and so it’s important to be patient. Most people find that it’s best to wear their device during all waking hours during the first couple of weeks for full immersion, though your audiologist will tell you their recommended approach. With that said, if something really isn’t right, then mention it to your audiologist, since sometimes a few minor adjustments are required.
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