Maintenance Tasks Completed Daily For Your Hearing Aids

If you have just started using hearing aids with the last few weeks, then your audiologist will provide you with information on how the aids work. And, you may learn about some of the tasks that should be completed on a regular basis to keep the aids in great condition. Some of the things that you should do must be completed on a daily basis. Keep reading to learn about these tasks.

Open Up The Battery Door

Your audiologist will show you how to change the battery within the hearing aid. And, depending on how often you use your aids and the type of device that you have, you will need to replace the batteries around once a week. Even though the batteries are replaceable and changed often, you want to make sure that they last as long as possible. To do this, you should open the battery door and keep it open when you take your hearing aids out of your ears for the evening. 

Opening the hearing aid door is also helpful to "air out" the hearing aid. Hearing aids do contain a number of vents that prevent moisture from building up within the device. However, sweat and general moisture can become trapped in the battery chamber. It is best to allow the moisture to evaporate to reduce battery corrosion and to also keep the hearing aid in good shape. 

It is not typically necessary to remove the battery from the hearing aid when you air it out. However, you should inspect the battery when you open the door, especially if you do not wear your hearing aids all the time or if you frequently spend time in moist environments. You want to look for a rust color on the battery. If you notice it, then you want to carefully remove this battery and replace it with a new one.

Store The Aids

Storing your aids properly is one of the best preventative maintenance tasks that you can perform. Many people will simply set their aids on a bedside table, but this can lead to damage if the aids fall on the floor. To prevent this, always store the aids in a dedicated box or container. Hard storage cases are the simplest of devices for storage and can be acquired through your audiologist. Speak with the professional about a case that has openings on the exterior for breathability.

You can also invest in products that help to dry out the aids in the evening if you find that moisture accumulation is a problem for your aids. These boxes come with compartments for solid desiccants that can be replaced or they have electronic fans or dehumidifiers that help to release moisture. 

For additional tips, contact a local hearing aid maintenance service.


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