Hearing aids shouldn’t be a detriment to your life or your lifestyle. You shouldn’t have to stop engaging in the things you enjoy simply because you have a hearing problem. Normally, it’s fine for most people to wear hearing aids even while exercising or engaging in other activities that get the heart pumping.
You simply need to be certain you have the necessary information about how to correctly maintain and care for your hearing aids. As long as you take appropriate preventative measures to minimize moisture, prevent loss, and have a regular post-workout routine, you should be able to enjoy all kinds of exercise and play.
Protect your hearing aids: Use clips on your clothing, retainers, or sports headbands to anchor them and keep them dry. This will help prevent them from falling or becoming damaged.
Protect Against Moisture: Buy a cover to soak up perspiration and/or use a sweatband.
Ensure Proper Fit: This is essential as your body is continuously moving while you work out. Hearing aids need to fit snugly so they can’t shift during your workout.
Keep Them Clean And Dry After Exercising: Just as you would perform a cooldown after your exercise, your hearing aids require a similar routine for proper maintenance. Clean the device with a gentle cloth to remove sweat and dirt, then use a puffer to get rid of any moisture, and lastly, make sure to store it correctly. No liquid or other cleaners should be utilized, and you should keep them out of heat or sunlight.
Advantages of Wearing Hearing Aids While Working Out
You can wear your hearing aids during a variety of physical activities like working out at the gym, running outdoors, playing recreational sports, or participating in other exercise regimens. Along with being able to use them during these activities, your hearing aids are expected to enhance your overall experience and contribute to your safety.
- Most sports demand teamwork and communication among players. Trying to catch a fly ball while three players are all looking up can lead to a potential danger of injury if they do not communicate with one another. You want to be able to hear your teammate clearly say “Got it” to avoid accidents.
- Sometimes background noise can be a problem when wearing hearing aids. You may want to be able to hear the guidelines in a loud gym setting. Ask a hearing specialist for a customized setting to reduce background noise.
- Listening to music you love can be pleasurable and make your exercise session go by faster.
Configure your hearing aids to stream via Bluetooth and enjoy listening to music while you run or work out.
Using your hearing aids while running or walking can help you stay perceptive to essential sounds in your surroundings, including the sirens of emergency vehicles or car horns.
If you have further questions or concerns about utilizing your hearing aids during exercise, don’t hesitate to contact to us for assistance.
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Hearing Aids and Sweat Impact|Miracle-Ear
Exercising with Hearing Aids|Tips & Advice|Amplifon AU