The Case For Hearing Aids

Image of man wearing hearing aid looking at smartphone.The decision whether or not to treat your hearing loss with hearing aids can be a tough choice.

After all, wearing hearing aids is a public admission that you do have an impairment – something that many people have a difficult time admitting to themselves, let alone the rest of the world. Although modern hearing aids can be very discreet, some are still hesitant about making the plunge.

Here are a few benefits to consider:

Ringing Relief

 

Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing or humming in the ears, a condition experienced by more than 50 million Americans. Usually accompanied by hearing loss, the annoyance of tinnitus can be reduced for many with the use of hearing aids, some of which have capabilities specifically designed to alleviate the condition.

Cause Cognitive Decline To Slow

Several studies have linked hearing loss with an increased risk of dementia and cognitive abilities. As the brain is unable to hear and respond to sounds, auditory areas of the brain show accelerated atrophy. The decline in brain function seems to be slowed by treating the impairment, most notably with hearing aids.

Show Me The Money

You may be surprised to know that wearing hearing aids can actually increase your earning power. An inability to communicate effectively due to a hearing impairment could cost employees’ annual earnings by as much as $30,000, according to a study conducted by the Better Hearing Institute.

A Better Way Of Life

Those who choose to wear hearing aids to treat their hearing loss report more satisfaction in their daily lives, according to research by the Better Hearing Institute. What could be a better endorsement?

Limitations

Although they can be very helpful for most people, it’s important to understand that hearing aids aren’t a cure-all for hearing loss, however. Their limitations include:

  • They do not restore hearing to normal levels.
  • Hearing aids also amplify background noises, including noises you may not want to hear.