Hearing Aids: Technology that Doesn't Isolate Us

Today’s hearing aids feature advanced technology, that does a better job at processing sound. Bluetooth®​ connectivity is featured in every modern hearing aid, allowing users to stream phone calls, music, TV, movies, etc. 
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The People Who Need Them are not Purchasing Them 

According to hearing aid industry surveys, just 34% of Americans who need a hearing aid actually wear them. In the UK this applies to 41% of the population who need a hearing aid. This can be easily solved by providing access to this technology. 

Of those who are aware of their hearing loss, and have not sought treatment:

• 43% said they can still hear fairly well
• 40% are concerned about the cost
• 24% cannot afford them
• 20% have prioritized other things, rather than their hearing health
• 19% lack insurance or healthcare coverage
• 17% are too embarrassed about it
• 17% believe they are not beneficial
• 14% do not know where they can get a hearing test
• 12% are concerned about becoming dependent on the hearing aids
• 12% believe hearing aids are unattractive
• 12% uncomfortable to wear (probably due to a poor fitting, or no fitting was done at all)
• 11% believe they are too young to wear hearing aids 

Of those who do not wear hearing aids, but have been recommended hearing aids by a professional:

• 42% are concerned about the cost
• 26% cannot afford them
• 22% said they can still hear fairly well
• 21% lack insurance or healthcare coverage
• 17% got hearing aids
• 14% have prioritized other things, rather than their hearing health
• 14% are too embarrassed to wear them
• 13% believe hearing aids are not beneficial enough to wear them

There is Value in keeping a Healthy Functioning Mind, Body, and Spirit

The value that hearing aids provide should outweigh the cost. Hearing aids can help you become social again. Hearing on a regular basis helps with brain function. An active mind can help you improve your performance in school or at your job. Communication is important in every aspect of your life. This includes hearing and discussing important information with various healthcare professionals, colleagues, classmates, family, and friends.  

Isolation, which can lead to depression, is common among people with hearing loss that goes untreated.   

Hearing Aids are Almost like any other Type of Technology

Face it, you know that you can’t live in our modern world without smartphones or computers. It’s how we communicate with one another. The same idea applies to hearing aids. If you have trouble hearing and do not have hearing aids or an assistive listening device, it’s extremely difficult to live your life.   

The average patient does not know how to set up their hearing aids, which is dangerous and renders the devices useless to them. They can over-amplify, which leads to worsened hearing health.   

A skilled hearing instrument specialist is trained to set up the software for your hearing aids.  They can also help with proper fittings and programming for your specific hearing needs. 

If you are experiencing hearing loss, get in touch with us at Pure Sound Hearing for a complimentary hearing test and consultation. We offer discount hearing aids, professional fittings, programming, assistive listening devices, hearing aid cleanings, hearing aid accessories, supplies, and professional advice for your hearing aid needs. 

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