There comes a point in our lives when we feel that our hearing is struggling. Often it is connected to the process of aging but not always. There are many causes of age-related hearing loss, however. Most commonly, it arises from changes in the inner ear as we age, general wear and tear so to speak. It can also result from changes in the middle ear, or from complex changes along the nerve pathways, but these are less common and can be connected to other medical issues. So it is vital to always be sure to get your ears tested. A hearing test is going to take no longer than an hour and will be able to determine if you need a hearing aid and which hearing aid you need. You deserve to get back to the life you love.

“I don’t want to wear one”… 

You may be struggling yourself or have a partner that doesn’t really want to wear a hearing aid. Whether that’s due to denial or the fear of getting older or perhaps they’re worried it will look unsightly, it’s important to note that most hearing aids are now very discrete and really improve your hearing so you can carry on life as normal. You can learn more about how to get your partner a hearing aid. If you are concerned for another reason, then perhaps these facts will help you feel a little more comfortable with making the choice. A hearing aid doesn’t have to make you feel old or incapable, if anything, it’s going to make things easier. 

Benefits of Hearing Aids

• Improved ease in listening environments – If you are watching the TV or having a conversation over the phone or face to face you will notice the difference. 
• You’ll even hear the little sounds again! – Sounds like clocks ticking, refrigerators, computer noise, and footsteps will seem abnormally loud when first wearing hearing aids but then you will realise just what sounds you have been missing. 
• Less interference from a moderate amount of background noise – you’ll be able to focus on the sounds that matter! 
• Comfortably snug fitting earmolds – A good hearing aid should not feel uncomfortable. There are different types that you can look at but they should fit snugly in the ear and be noticeable after a little while. 

Your hearing won’t improve overnight as hearing aids take a few weeks to settle in and you have to get used to the new sounds and settings, however it is going to make the world of difference as time goes on. So don’t hesitate and book that test. Having hearing tests are simple and pain free, they are quick and easy and will detect a number of hearing issues. Any type of ear pain, ringing or anything else should be conveyed to your hearing aid specialist to be sure that there is nothing more going on. Very rarely, hearing loss can be connected to Ménière’s disease which affects balance too. Take control of your health because wearing a hearing aid doesn’t have to be such a big deal.