Athletes and Hearing Instruments: Protection 101
Hearts thumping, sweat trickling, steady hands and feet at the ready. We’ve all felt the endorphin rush of athletic exertion; it is one of the few sensations that make us feel most alive.
The Answer to Wearing Hearing Aids and Glasses, Comfortably
Hearing aids and glasses. Can they really work well together or are they forever like oil and water? From what we understand, this is a common question that audiologists receive when fitting their patients with new hearing instruments. The answer is YES, hearing aids and glasses can be worn together, and actually be a comfortable experience.
Can I Wash Ear Gear in a Washing Machine?
The importance of Ear Gear cannot be overstated when it comes to protecting your hearing device from moisture and dirt. Over time, the sleeves of the Ear Gear may become dirty and require a thorough cleaning in order to be at their highest function. However, we all know the frustrating experience of socks disappearing in the washing machine. Given that Ear Gear is much smaller, it's crucial to avoid the risk of losing one or both sleeves in the same washing machine vortex that seems to devour socks.
Tips to Protect your Hearing Aids During Summer
Longer days. Popsicles. Sunny patios. Time off school. Ahhhh. Summer is here! If these summer treats aren’t your cup of iced tea and you have bigger plans like an overseas vacation, a week at the beach, a theme park, or a golf trip - we've got the hearing aid tips to beat the heat wherever your summer takes you! Your hearing aids need to be protected from not only the heat but what comes with it; sweat, dirt, sand, rain, humidity, lake or salt water, wind noise and even loss.
Can I use Ear Gear without removing my ear mold?
If you need to install Ear Gear without removing the earmold, then we have a simple solution. It's called "Reverse Loading" and can be done in just two steps:
How to Install Ear Gear on any Hearing Aid Model
Ear Gear Micro, Mini, Original and FM are designed with two openings. One at the top for the ear hook, one at the bottom for access to the battery. To install Ear Gear onto your hearing aid, simply insert the tubing of the hearing aid through the wide end of the sleeve and slide the sleeve onto your hearing aid.
