Tips to Help Prevent Common Hearing Device Repairs

To properly care for your hearing aids, it’s important to know the common issues that can arise from daily wear. Being aware of these potential problems makes it easier to take steps to prevent them. If your hearing aids do have issues, it’s best to take them to an audiologist who can repair them or suggest an upgrade. Many of these problems can be avoided with regular maintenance and attention.

As a wearer of hearing aids, you play a crucial role in ensuring their longevity and performance. By following these simple steps, you can significantly reduce the need for unnecessary repairs, helping you to take control of your hearing health.

Clean Them Correctly

Always follow the manufacturer’s guidance for proper cleaning and care of your hearing aids. Always use a dry cloth and wash your hands prior to handling. Use the correct tools for each part of the device to avoid damage from incorrect cleaning techniques or equipment. For instance, use a soft brush to clean the microphone and receiver and a wax pick to remove any earwax buildup you notice.

Clean your hearing aids every day once you have stopped wearing them and use picks to remove any earwax buildup you notice. Earwax is a common issue that can affect the performance of your hearing aids, and regular cleaning can help prevent it. In addition, ensure your ears, too, do not have dirt or debris that can be transferred to the device once you wear them again.

Store Them Properly

When not in use, your hearing aids should always be stored in their case and away from places where they can become damaged. Avoid keeping them in moist environments, like the bathroom and keep the case closed to avoid dust accumulation, spills and damage in the event of them being dropped. Improper storage can lead to dust accumulation, which can affect the device’s performance or accidental damage if they’re not protected in a case.

Don’t Drop Them

Your hearing aids can be susceptible to being dropped when handled, so pay attention to how and where you choose to stand to insert them or clean them. Always handle them over a surface that can reduce impact when dropped and avoid them ending up on the floor where they could be stepped on. Excessive handling or touching them frequently when wearing them can also pose a risk.

Don’t Sleep in Them

When you sleep, you’re likely to move around a lot, and if you are sideways, you put pressure on your ear, which means your device can get damaged. Always remove your hearing aids before going to bed and put it in its case to prevent damage. Sleeping with your hearing aids on can lead to pressure on the device, which can affect its shape or functionality.

If you are unsure of the best maintenance for your specific model, talk to your audiologist, who can advise you on how to care for your hearing aids.