The Hearing Aid and Its Limitations

ByAnders Abadie

There is nothing on the market currently that is a bigger boost to those with auditory loss than the hearing aid. With time and direction, a user will often find that purchasing one of these devices and using it on a regular basis can drastically improve his or her quality of life. There is a learning curve, but it is one well worth moving through. Having said all this, however, it's important to understand the limitations of the device. Even the most expensive models on the market have their drawbacks and many people find themselves disappointed when they realize that they will still have to contend with a variety of issues even after buying one. Here are some of the limitations you should familiarize yourself with before buying a device.

They Aren't Like Glasses

There is a popular misconception that using a hearing aid is akin to wearing glasses or getting laser eye surgery. But while there is very little difference between someone with naturally perfect vision and someone wearing glasses (other than the easily-overcome annoyance of actually wearing the frames), the same is not true for assistive listening devices. They do not restore a person's auditory ability the way glasses restore a near-sighted person's ability to see. In some ways, these devices are more akin to a magnifying glass. They amplify the sounds you hear, but they are unable to do anything about pitch frequency loss and other issues that come about with auditory degradation.

Background Noise

The latest models of hearing aid on the market have gotten much better about reducing the annoyance of background noise, allowing the user to focus more precisely on what it is they actually want to hear. Unfortunately, the technology is not perfect yet and it may never be. This is one of the things that takes the longest for new users to get used to and it is a learning curve some never stick with long enough to overcome. If you do stick with it, your brain will be trained into a new way of listening. However, it is worth knowing at the outset that there will be frustrations.

Single Use Versus Pairs

First of all, it is worth mentioning that very few people have auditory loss in only one ear. If you think this is the case in your situation, you should set up a test with an audiologist and have your ears checked. You'll probably find that, while the loss may be greater in one ear, you have some degree of disability in both. Using a hearing aid in both ears is usually much more effective than using a single device.

If you think you may need a North Platte hearing aid, make sure you speak with an experienced physician first. Try the friendly and knowledgeable team at http://www.miracle-ear-northplatte.com.

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