Top Signs You Need to Update Your Hearing Aids

To better integrate your hearing aids into your everyday life, hearing aid manufacturers offer various practical apps with which you can control your hearing aids and use other functions. Hearing aid apps may help you pair your hearing aids with your smartphone to discreetly control the volume and adjust the settings to your current hearing situation.

Also, Bluetooth apps make it possible to play your calls, music or the TV program through your hearing aids. In short, there are multiple benefits to updating your hearing aids for better, crisper sound. But what are the top signs that you need to do so?

1. It doesn’t work as effectively as it used to

A common hearing device problem is battery life. If you find that your battery is constantly running low, it may mean that it is just coming to the end of its life and a replacement is needed. This can be difficult for you, too, because you are constantly navigating your life around it. The more you ask of your device, the quicker the battery will falter. Therefore, an updated device is always best!

2. It is not discreet enough for me

Older hearing aids may not be small and discreet. This may hinder your daily routine. For those who want to work easily and effectively, you can most certainly look at updates that mean your device is in the ear (ITE), behind the ear (BTE) and in the canal (ITC), all of which are much more discreet and simple to use. They are great for people with busy lifestyles.

3. It makes whistling sounds and gives feedback

Outside sounds can often be amplified to the sounds they are making, resulting in a sound that is high-pitched and annoying! If this happens often, it may mean that you are due an update. It may mean that you are putting yourself in a position to get headaches too.

These common issues can be problematic. You can talk to your hearing health professional for more information. Often, the problem is related to poor maintenance and can be rectified, but it is usually best to get an update. Earwax may contribute to clogging up the systems also, so be aware of this.

4. It seems clogged or waterlogged?

If your device is generally behaving sluggish, then it may be related to moisture within the device. This can be caused by keeping it in humid areas, such as taking it into the bathroom, taking it to the pool or beach and general excessive moisture from sweating. While these are issues that you can change yourself, sometimes, it may mean that the damage has already been done. If it is damaged beyond repair, then a fresh start is the best way forward. An upgrade will give you a clearer and crisper sound.

Generally speaking, these signs show that an update is needed and is by far the best way to combat your device issues!