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Health and Fitness · April 14, 2019

How to fix common hearing aid problems and repairs

How to fix common hearing aid problems and repairs

Hearing aids are small functional parts, and are complex pieces of machinery sometimes the hearing aid workers can face problems with their hearing aid. Hearing aids can be wet, they can begin to do strange noise, or they can stop working altogether.

Although hearing aids are high tech miracles which are programs and custom fit, they need attention. Take a look at the most common hearing aid problems before you run to see the hearing aid professional and find out what you can do to correct them. Keep reading to find some solutions to common hearing aid repair and hearing aid problems!

If Your Hearing Aid Stops Working…

The first step is to check that it is operational! if your hearing aid is not working, Once you establish that your hearing aid has a battery, make sure the battery is properly inserted and your hearing aid is turned on when the battery door is shut.

If you are not sure whether the battery has been charged or not, try a new battery and see if you hear a limb when the battery door is shut. Changing the battery is one of the easiest ways of hearing aid repair.

If you ensure that hearing aid is turned on and the battery is working properly, then check the tubing and ear mold to ensure that there is no wax or moisture Obstruct in your hearing aid.

If the sound is too weak

If you are experiencing a sound problem with your hearing aid, then the first thing is to check your dome for earwax. Your dome can be filled with earwax and it needs to be replaced. If your dome is starting to look yellow, then it is likely to change. If you have a RIC hearing aid, then you should take your dome and under the wax guard (small white spherical piece of plastic) it should be seen whether it is full.

The wax guard can be easily replaced by small black plastic equipment on your hearing aid, which was included in your hearing aid purchase.

 

If you have an open-fit hearing aid, you should see your tube to see if there is an earwax inside – it can stop the sound from reaching your ear. If the tube is full, you will need to change it; You can buy new tubes for hearing aids. Alternatively, you can clean the tube using small blue plastic piping which was included with your hearing aid.

If all of the above solutions are a bit difficult, then you can simply buy an auditory repair kit or a clean end care package, and we can take a look at your hearing aid for you. Once we get your hearing aid, we will clean any earwax buildup, change the domes, change the wax guard, change the battery, and send you a whole new pack back!

 

If your hearing aid gets wet …

A common hearing aid problem is when the hearing device becomes wet. If you accidentally wore them in the shower or have spent a very long time in a very humid environment, it can affect your hearing device and cause permanent damage to the equipment. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to repair hearing aid! Let your hearing device to dry with the air, to absorb moisture.

Rain, sweat, and humidity can attack all the electronic components of a hearing device, resulting in loss and decrease in performance. so always avoid moisture from hearing aids.

 

If your hearing aid is starting noise …

Is your hearing aid producing or making a whistling sound? Generally called “reaction”, this noise is often due to improperly molded fittings. Take out the mold and put it in your ear. Once the device is fitted inside your ear, the whistle should stop closing. Changing the shape of the dome of your hearing aid can also help; If the dome does not fit into your ears, then it can cause the noise to leak out the air and air to make it inconvenient noise. Waxing can also be caused by the buildup and it making whistling.

If you are listening to a resonant noise, then it is possible that you accidentally turn the loop (telecoil) setting on. Check that you have not activated the Loop setting, and if you have it, go back to the normal microphone setting.

The most common hearing aid problems can be solved by resetting your earmold, checking the wax or moisture, inspecting tubing for interruption or damage, and changing the battery in your hearing aid. Hearing aid professional can help for making your hearing aids better, and they suggest best for your hearing.

They are equipped to diagnose broken hearing aids. Some minor hearing aids can be done in a repair office setting in a short time; Others have to send to the manufacturer for repair. Your hearing professional can help determine that if your hearing aid is not working properly, then what type of repair do you need?

If you are interested in upgrading your hearing aid device, it is important to contact your doctor or hearing aid professional to discuss your options.