5 Things You Should NEVER Do After Getting Hearing Aids

Just had your hearing aids fitted? The first few weeks are crucial. A lot of people think the hearing aid fitting is the finish line: you have your hearing test, your hearing aids are programmed, they are hopefully verified using real ear measurements, and then you walk out expecting perfect hearing. But in reality, the fitting is only the beginning. In this video, I explain five things you should never do after getting hearing aids fitted and, more importantly, what you should do instead if you want the best possible results. We’ll cover why you shouldn’t only wear your hearing aids in difficult situations, why new hearing aids can sound strange at first, why follow-up appointments are so important, how blocked wax filters can make hearing aids seem broken, and why real ear measurements are essential for a proper hearing aid fitting. If your new hearing aids sound too loud, too sharp, strange, uncomfortable, or disappointing, don’t give up too quickly. There may be a very good reason and often, the solution is simpler than you think. Chapters: 00:00 Never do these after getting hearing aids fitted 01:10 What was your biggest problem after fitting? 01:32 Mistake 1 02:50 Mistake 2 04:31 Mistake 3 06:03 Mistake 4 07:03 Mistake 5 Question for you: What was the biggest problem you had after your hearing aids were first fitted? Let me know in the comments, your answer may shape a future video. Subscribe for more honest, practical hearing aid advice from an independent audiologist. __________________ Matthew Allsop is the Video Content Manager at Hearingtracker.com. He practices from his London-based practice, Harley Street Hearing. You can get in touch on matthew@hearingtracker.com regarding new content ideas or to become a patient. #hearing #hearingloss #hearingaids