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Just like anything new, it takes time to get accustomed to your new hearing instrument. People learn at different rates, but most patients adjust to their new hearing instruments within 30 days. That’s why Southwestern Hearing Centers offers a 30-day risk free trial on all new digital hearing instruments.
A good plan for getting used to your new way of hearing is:
• Wear your hearing instrument for a few hours on the first day, and gradually increase the time you wear it, until you work up to a full day.
• Start out with one-on-one conversations
• Avoid testing your new hearing instruments in a loud environment. It will be difficult to
adapt to the new setting with only a few days of experience
• Begin wearing your instruments around your to home and wear them only as long as you feel comfortable
• Don’t feel frustrated if you do not catch every word in a conversation right away
• Practice listening where sounds are coming from
• Try new listening situations gradually
• Participate in aural rehabilitation courses if available in your area |
