Hearing Aids

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How to find the best hearing aids?

How to find the best hearing aids? I wouldn’t advise asking on Facebook what other people think of brand X or Y. I frequently see this on social media. I am researching Over-the-Counter hearing aids for a presentation at the symposium for Alberta Association of Hearing Aid Practitioners of Alberta. I am struck by the […]

Hearing aids are not like glasses: there’s an adjustment period!

If you are like the average person, you’ve waited seven years before getting hearing aids. Seven years! When years pass by without hearing some sounds (such as high-pitch sounds), the brain changes. Here is what we think happens: if you have a high-pitch hearing loss, you won’t be able to hear soft high-pitch sounds. The […]

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A tip to save battery power on your hearing aid

When you get a low battery warning on your hearing aid, remember that actual time between low battery warning and shutdown will vary depending on noise level in your environment. If you are not near a charger or if you don’t have extra batteries with you, reduce the sound levels. Turn off any background music, […]

Which are the best hearing aids?

People often ask me, “Which are the best hearing aids for my hearing loss?” This is the wrong question to ask, in my opinion. Let me explain why, and then I’ll suggest a better question. There are websites that compare the major brands of hearing aids. Hearing Mojo has an excellent brand comparison chart. The […]

Take the “Try” Out of Your Hearing Aid Trial Period

Hearing aid trial periods are sometimes mis-used. People can initiate a trial period without making a full commitment to themselves to make it work. Denise Linn wrote, “In Star Wars, Luke Skywalker hesitantly says he will ‘try’ to complete a task. Yoda, the warrior mystic, replies: ‘No! Not try. Do, or not do.’ Anytime you […]

Seven Questions to Ask When Shopping For a Hearing Care Professional

Who do your friends recommend: If you have neighbours, friends, or colleagues with hearing aids, ask them where they got their hearing aids. Are they satisfied with their hearing care professional? Word-of-mouth referrals are gold for any clinic. Office Location: Is the location convenient for you? You will be forming a relationship with this clinic. […]