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According to the National Institutes of Health<\/a>, only one in five people who could benefit from a hearing device actually wears one. It\u2019s important to wear your devices, because left untreated, hearing loss<\/a> can lead to social isolation, depression<\/a>, poor work performance, increased falls\/hospitalizations and cognitive decline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reasons You\u2019re Not Wearing Your Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Below is a list of reasons you may not be wearing your devices and how to remedy potential problems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your hearing device doesn’t fit properly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your hearing aid doesn\u2019t fit you properly, it may also cause whistling or feedback. Over-the-ear devices may fall off your ear, and in-the-ear devices could cause redness and sores. If any of these is true for your devices, see an audiologist right away to find a pair that better fits the anatomy of your ear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing again can be overwhelming<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re first fit with a pair of hearing devices<\/a>, you\u2019ll hear a lot of sounds you\u2019re not accustomed to, like the hum of the refrigerator or birds chirping outside your window. This sensory overload causes many people to give up on wearing their devices; however, if you stay committed to wearing your devices, your brain will become re-accustomed to the sounds and learn to tune them out. Intermittent use of hearing devices will not yield successful results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feeling Self-Consciousness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many people don\u2019t want to buy or wear hearing devices because they\u2019re afraid they\u2019ll make them \u201clook old.\u201d However, being able to listen and communicate with those around you \u2013 your friends, family and colleagues \u2013 will make you appear much less \u201cold\u201d than asking everyone to repeat themselves. If you\u2019re self-conscious about the appearance of your hearing aids, there are many discreet styles available such as in-canal devices and nude colors that will blend in to your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Should Wear Your Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve already made the investment in your hearing health \u2013 why not put in the effort to maximize your investment? The more you wear your hearing aids, the more comfortable you will be in them. Besides, it\u2019s not all about you; your family and friends will enjoy the ability to converse with you easily<\/a>, without hearing loss getting in the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To talk to an audiologist about maximizing your hearing investment, call Today\u2019s Hearing<\/a> and schedule an appointment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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