Care of Your Hearing Aids (Hearing Aids)

Hearing Aids

The top causes of hearing aids problems are moisture and earwax. The hearing aids contain electronic circuits and it was small device. Because of this, the hearing aids must be treated gently and with care. By practicing preventive maintenance, it will ensure for many years of added life. So, take action now and follow a daily cleaning routine to reduce the likelihood of repairs.

The first thing that you need was dry tissues or cloth to wipe the entire unit. The hearing aids should be hold carefully while cleaning. Remember that you should clean away the wax daily. It become easier as there are many companies that supply a small brush and the wire pick with their hearing aids. Besides that, the toothpick is also a good solution for this task. By brushing, it can removes dirt while the pick can dislodges heavy wax. Then, remove the earmold and wash with mild soap and water. After cleaning, you need to ensure that the tube free from water. After that, reconnect to the hearing aids only when it is dry. In this stage, you should check the battery contacts to make sure they’re clean. A pencil eraser works fine. A dry cotton swab will gently absorb moisture from the contacts in a humid environment or after physical activities. When the hearing aids not in use you must keep it in a cool and moisture free location. It will cause condensation as the changes from extreme hot to cold temperatures. After using it, place your hearing aids in its case. Leave it in a location high enough so that your child or pet couldn’t knock it down. Another thing to remember you had to set the case away from windows or other areas of direct sunlight. Lastly, turn your hearing aids off before you go to sleep. It because proper care prologs battery life.

Maybe at the first time it will be hard for you to follow this routine. However, after a few days practicing it, you will not feel that way anymore. The reality it is just a few simple step that should followed by you but it can result the added life of your hearing aids. It was valuable right?

Hearing aids