{"id":1740,"date":"2024-12-06T20:25:32","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T20:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aaronshearingcare.com\/?p=1740"},"modified":"2024-12-06T20:25:34","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T20:25:34","slug":"how-to-care-for-your-hearing-aids-while-exercising-showering-and-sleeping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aaronshearingcare.com\/how-to-care-for-your-hearing-aids-while-exercising-showering-and-sleeping\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care for Your Hearing Aids While Exercising, Showering and Sleeping"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Hearing aids, like any valuable electronic devices, require a little extra care to keep them in tip-top shape. If you\u2019re among the 15% of U.S. adults with hearing loss<\/a>, you may wonder how you can best care for your hearing aids while sleeping, showering and exercising. Here\u2019s a simple guide to help you know when and when not to wear your devices, along with a quick end-of-the-day routine to keep them in good shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you’re at the gym, jogging around Jaycee Park or following along with an online workout, hearing aids can add to your experience by connecting to audio sources like music or virtual classes and amplifying sounds like passing runners or fellow gym-goers. A few things to keep in mind when exercising include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even if your hearing aids are marketed as water-resistant, it\u2019s still a good idea to remove them before hopping in the shower. Humidity and moisture can negatively impact the sensitive components inside the hearing aids, leading to malfunctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you accidentally wear your devices into the shower, remove them as soon as you notice, wipe them down and place them in a hearing aid dehumidifier or drying jar to draw out moisture. If you notice sound distortion, call your hearing aid specialist for a service or repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people worry they won\u2019t hear alarms or other sounds if they remove their hearing aids before sleeping. While it might feel convenient to wear your hearing aids<\/a> as you drift off to sleep, it’s best to remove them to prevent loss or damage. Removing your hearing aids nightly also gives your ears the time they need to breathe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n After a full day of use, it’s essential to clean and maintain your hearing aids to ensure their longevity. A few steps to add to your evening routine include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For expert advice on hearing aid care or to schedule a consultation<\/a>, contact Aaron's Hearing Aid & Audiology Center<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Exercise: Listen While You Move<\/h2>\n\n\n
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2. Shower: Keep Them Dry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Sleep: Give Your Ears a Break<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Daily Maintenance: Caring for Your Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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