Have you decided that it is time to stop the unpleasant effects of hearing loss and take all necessary measures to correct hearing loss? Great decision!

Hearing aids will improve your ability to communicate, but also your health.

7 things that we recommend before purchasing hearing aids

1. Hearing test (audiogram)

The first and a very important step is the rigorous assessment of hearing performed by a specialist. Testing is easy and fast, and does not cause any discomfort to the patient.

2. List of priorities for choosing a hearing aid

You have chosen an audiology office and you are going to go to the first appointment for hearing testing. During the visit, the specialist will do more than just a hearing test. You will have a detailed discussion about the lifestyle you have.

If you prefer to listen to music or watch movies, TV the audiologist will recommend a hearing aid with functions compatible with solving your needs.

3. Financial plan (Budget)

Because hearing aids have a very complex technology and are medical devices that need personalized adjustment, their cost is quite high. Carefully study all the options you have and if you are offered opt for a trial period of the devices that are recommended to you.

4. Medical diagnosis

Hearing aids have evolved a lot technologically in recent decades, and you will be surprised to learn that there is an impressive variety of patterns, colors, styles. However, for hearing loss you only have certain hearing aids will be compatible. You need to trust the process and the guidance of the chosen audiologist.

5. Motivation to hear better

The hearing aid specialist will do everything possible for the prosthesis process to be a successful one, but of course the result will be favorable only if the patient is 100% involved and dedicated. An open and active attitude, giving valuable feedback about hearing experiences and capitalizing on programming to adjust the settings will help the specialist in making the right decisions about the settings to get the best results.

6. Positive attitude

Like most things in life, you will have the greatest benefits with hearing aids and hearing aids if you are open and positive.

7. The support of those close to you

Most people who decide to wear hearing aids are encouraged by a close loved one (family members or friends. Before starting this process it is advisable to discuss the decision with family, friends or even colleagues. If you ask them for support you will see that they will it will be easier to go through the whole process, the accommodation will be faster and the final result better.