Getting Used to a New Hearing Aid - Special
Helpline: Freephone 0800 034 0294Becoming accustomed to a new hearing
aid is a gradual process that demands time and patience. Several appointments
with a hearing aid audiologist may be required to "fine tune" your new
hearing aid so it works best for you. Most hearing aid audiologists will be able
to advise specific programmes over the first few weeks to hone your listening
technique. Allow sufficient time to get used both to the feel of wearing
the new hearing aid and the new sounds it will enable you to hear. This may need
perseverance. Start off in quiet situations in your home environment; when you
feel comfortable using your aid in this environment, gradually try out other situations
such as having a conversation, having a group conversation, using the telephone
and listening to the radio or TV. As your confidence increases, try out your new
hearing aid somewhere busy like a restaurant or on public transport. |