{"id":2362,"date":"2024-05-13T12:16:41","date_gmt":"2024-05-13T17:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/?p=2362"},"modified":"2024-05-13T12:17:27","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T17:17:27","slug":"protecting-your-hearing-aids-while-staying-active-a-comprehensive-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/protecting-your-hearing-aids-while-staying-active-a-comprehensive-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Protecting Your Hearing Aids While Staying Active: A Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nidcd.nih.gov\/health\/statistics\/quick-statistics-hearing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">28.8 million U.S. adults<\/a> could benefit from the use of hearing aids. If you\u2019re new to hearing aids, you may wonder how to best care for your devices. One common worry among new hearing aid users is how to protect their devices from damage during a workout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engaging in physical activity with hearing aids offers <a href=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/hearing-aids\/benefits-of-hearing-aids\/\">numerous advantages<\/a>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improved safety<\/strong>. Remain aware of your surroundings, including approaching vehicles or signals from fellow exercisers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved performance<\/strong>. Clearer hearing can help you stay focused and motivated during workouts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social connectivity<\/strong>. Stay connected with exercise partners or trainers without missing important instructions or conversations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you enjoy bike rides along the Evansville Pigeon Creek Greenway, runs around your neighborhood or weekly Pilates classes, knowing how to care for your hearing aids while exercising can help protect them from damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Protect Your Devices<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1254\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Two-women-high-fiving-after-a-workout.jpg\" alt=\"Two women high-fiving after a workout.\" class=\"wp-image-2363\" style=\"width:408px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Two-women-high-fiving-after-a-workout.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Two-women-high-fiving-after-a-workout-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Two common ways your devices may be harmed during a workout include water or debris contact and physical loss or damage. Here are some practical ways to keep them dry and secure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear a sweatband to prevent moisture from reaching your hearing aids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider using silicone covers designed to shield your devices from excess exposure to water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prior to swimming, remove your hearing aids and store them in a waterproof case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a headband to anchor your hearing aids snugly to your ears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a lanyard with a secure clip to fasten your devices to your clothing or around your neck.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responding to Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accidents happen, but knowing how to respond promptly can prevent irreparable harm to your devices. If your hearing aids sustain water damage, remove the device batteries immediately and gently dry the battery compartment, batteries and exterior components with a soft towel. Place the devices in a drying jar overnight to absorb any residual moisture. If you notice feedback or distorted noise, <a href=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/hearing-aids\/repair-service\/\">contact your hearing aid specialist for a repair<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your hearing aids incur physical damage, make an appointment with your specialist to check the internal technology and send it away for repair if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further guidance on caring for your devices during a workout, contact Hearing Healthcare Center, Inc. today to schedule an appointment with one of our specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/tips-for-troubleshooting-your-common-hearing-aid-issues\/\" class=\"related-post\">Tips for Troubleshooting Your Common Hearing Aid Issues<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/why-do-i-feel-embarrassed-to-need-hearing-aids-preventing-hearing-aid-stigma\/\" class=\"related-post\">Why Do I Feel Embarrassed to Need Hearing Aids? Preventing Hearing Aid Stigma<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearbetterevansville.com\/understanding-hearing-aid-features-channels-and-bands\/\" class=\"related-post\">Understanding Hearing Aid Features: Channels and Bands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Approximately 28.8 million U.S. adults could benefit from the use of hearing aids. If you\u2019re new to hearing aids, you may wonder how to best care for your devices. One common worry among new hearing aid users is how to protect their devices from damage during a workout. 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