Hearing Aids Maintenance: IT’S ESSENTIAL!
Here are some tips for maintaining your hearing aids in the comfort of your own home. We strongly recommend that you clean your hearing aids nightly to keep them working properly. Regular cleaning also helps prevent infections caused by earwax and dirt in the hearing aids.
Here’s a maintenance routine that can save you a lot of trouble: 1. Remove your hearing aids. 2. Open the battery compartment, remove the batteries, and set them aside. This help preserve battery life. 3. Use your VapoLobe to clean your hearing aids. Simply spray it on a tissue or microfibre cloth, then wipe the outsides of your hearing aids and their rigid earmolds or silicone domes. This will make sure you’ve removed any earwax. Avoid using eyeglass cleaners or alcohol, as they can damage your hearing aids. 4. Use a cleaning brush to clean your hearing aids microphones. This removes any dirt that could prevent the sound from reaching the hearing aids. If you have rigid earmolds, it’s important to clean the vents with the brush. The vents often become clogged with earwax, preventing air from moving around your ear. Once the vents have been cleaned, you’ll find that your hearing aids are much more comfortable.
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5. Once you’ve cleaned your hearing aids, place them in your ProtecLobe container or electronic dehumidifier. These containers remove excess moisture, which could damage your hearing aids. Note that the tablet in the ProtecLobe should be changed every three months or whenever it turns a pale yellow. It’s important to change the tablet because it absorbs moisture.
It’s also important to regularly maintain the wax guard. You’ll learn how to do this in the article on page 11. By taking just a few minutes each day to care for your hearing aids, you can make sure they keep working properly. If you have any questions about hearing aids maintenance, don’t hesitate to get in touch with your audioprosthetist or specialized educator. These hearing health professionals will be happy to help you! Marilyn Parent Specialized educator practicing in Neufchâtel
An assessment by an audioprosthetist is required to determine which hearing aid suits the patient’s needs.
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