Hearing loss is a very common issue that is faced by millions of people across all age groups each year. Despite it being so common, there are still a lot of misconceptions about hearing loss and hearing aids and this misinformation can cause unnecessary stress and worry to people who are dealing with the condition.
That being the case, below, we will take a look at some of the most common myths relating to hearing loss and hearing aids and clear them up with some facts. Read on if you want to know what the hearing instrument specialists (HIS) know to be true or not.
Hearing Loss Only Affects Older Adults
It is a common myth that only seniors experience hearing loss, but it is actually a common condition across all age groups from young babies to mature adults. It’s true that the quality of our hearing tends to degrade with age, but factors such as exposure to loud noises, illness and genetic makeup can all lead to age loss at any age.
Hearing Aids Are Only for Severe Hearing Loss
Hearing aids can actually be beneficial for people who are experiencing any level of hearing loss. If hearing loss is making life harder for you in any way, then speaking to a hearing instrument specialist who can work with you to find the best hearing aids for your condition, could be life changing.
Wearing One Hearing Aid Is Good Enough for Most People
For many people who have hearing loss in both ears, wearing two hearing aids can provide them with a more balanced listening experience that is closer to a natural form of hearing than one. Binaural hearing aids are great at improving one’s understanding of speech, and sound localization and are likely to provide the most natural sound possible.
Hearing Aids Will Restore Normal Hearing
If you have hearing loss, then although hearing aids will be able to significantly improve your hearing capabilities, they will not be able to completely restore your hearing to the state it was in before the hearing loss occurred. The main goal of hearing aids is to enhance your ability to communicate and connect with the world by reducing the impact your hearing loss has on your day-to-day life as far as is possible.
Hearing Aids Are Huge and Noticeable
This would have been true in the past, but these days, hearing aids are not big and bulky and unless people are actually looking for them, they could very well not notice them at all. If you are worried about treating your hearing loss with hearing aids because of how big they are and how they will look, you can work with your hearing instrument specialist to find a hearing aid that does what it needs to do to help you communicate, while also being discreet, if that is what you are looking for.
Hearing Aids Are Difficult to Use
Modern hearing aids have been designed with usability in mind. If you can operate a TV remote, then chances are you will not find it too hard to adjust your hearing aid as needed, and your hearing instrument specialist will explain all of the features in detail to you when you go to have your hearing aid fitted, so there really is nothing to worry about.
You Can Wait to Treat Your Hearing Loss Until It Is Severe
The longer you wait to visit a hearing instrument specialist to have your hearing tested, the more loss you are likely to experience. Although hearing loss cannot be cured, if you start treating it early, you can prevent further decline in your hearing in many cases, so although you might be scared, it is always better to do something about hearing loss as soon as it starts.
Hearing Loss Only Affects Your Ability to Hear
Hearing loss can impact much more than your ability to hear. It can affect relationships because you cannot communicate effectively. It can cause you to become isolated and it can even cause cognitive decline. The good news is hearing aids can help to reduce the impact it has.
Get in touch with Audio Hearing Aid Service Today!
Get in touch with Audio Hearing Aid Service at 330-244-9881 or 330-364-6637 if you still have any questions about hearing loss, hearing aids and how a hearing instrument specialist can help you with either. Our knowledgeable and friendly team are always on hand to help.
