Protecting Your Hearing Aids During the Fall Season

During the fall season, it’s essential to take extra precautions to keep your hearing aids protected. The weather can be unpredictable, and moisture from rain or damp conditions can potentially damage the delicate electronic components. Luckily, there are simple steps you can take that will help ensure your hearing aids remain in optimal condition throughout the fall season.

What To Expect During This Season

With the beauty of fall there are some pitfalls – like weather that changes day to day from random bouts of humidity to chilly and rainy. Even if you’re not in rain-prone areas, a downpour can surprise you anytime. Unfortunately, even with water resistance options, you can still sustain damage if too much moisture is introduced to your devices.

Anticipate and take precautions for weather shifts, including periods of dense fog. The heightened moisture levels in the air can infiltrate your hearing aids discreetly. Be mindful of potential condensation effects, similar to your glasses fogging up. Sudden temperature fluctuations can cause moisture accumulation within your hearing aids, so it’s important to air them out after this exposure. When venturing outdoors in adverse weather conditions, exercise caution to ensure the protection and integrity of your hearing aids. It is imperative to keep them dry for them to function optimally.

How To Protect Your Hearing Aids

So, after determining what to expect during this season, how can you protect your hearing aids? Below are a few ways to do so.

Be Mindful of Wind, Hats and Hoodies

One issue you can experience when wearing hearing aids is getting feedback, especially during windy moments. It can sound like a high-pitched whistling that can irritate your ear if left unchecked. Therefore, when you have hearing aids that need an increase in volume, wearing a hat or a hood can stir up a hornet’s nest of feedback. And if your surroundings are particularly windy, it gets even trickier.

Feedback happens when stuff gets too close to your hearing aids’ microphone, so keep this in mind. It’s like a never-ending echo loop, which can ruin your day. Hoods can usually cause this as they can blow around and create a “wind tunnel” effect. Being mindful of the protective clothing you wear during this season and ensure they’re made of comfortable fabric to help reduce the likelihood of having feedback when you wear your hearing aids as you step out.

Keep an Eye on Your Batteries

During the fall season, the days get shorter. You’re probably craving those outdoor adventures even after the sun sets. If you’re still out and about after dark, the last thing you want is your hearing aid batteries to bail on you. That is usually the case if your devices are rechargeable.

Replacing batteries on the go can be challenging, especially with chilly hands or gloves. Plus, cold weather can be a real downer for batteries, so don’t store them in places that can get extremely cold, like your car glove box, as that will not be ideal for your hearing aids.

You can keep tabs on your hearing aid batteries’ remaining power level so you’re not caught off guard. And if you’re wearing rechargeables and need a faster charger, your audiologist can assist you. They’ll provide you with the perfect gear to stay on the move without the hassle of searching for ideal hearing aids, so feel free to consider this.

Remember to Get Hearing Protection

You can still enjoy all the fun activities you’ve planned while keeping your hearing aids safe. It’s all about smart choices and safeguarding your precious ears and hearing aids to enjoy a win-win situation. When diving into loud adventures, ensure you’ve got hearing protection to guard your ears. The options are limitless, and depending on your lifestyle, preferences and hearing needs, your audiologist can assist you in picking one.

Do You Need Help Protecting Your Hearing Aids?

As the leaves start falling and the air gets crisp, the above are some friendly tips to help your hearing aids stay in good condition during the changing season. This way, you can protect your hearing aids and enjoy your most-loved activities. If you have questions or need assistance with your hearing aid care this fall, reach out to the friendly team of audiologists at Audio Acoustics Hearing Centers! Call us at (432) 400-3319 or (432) 360-2019. We’re here to help you enjoy the season to the fullest.