There is still some stigma around wearing hearing aids that can hinder people’s ability to feel comfortable and confident with their devices. In recent years, hearing aid technology has evolved to such a place that devices are now more fashionable and stylish than ever before, not to mention discreet and more comfortable to wear.
Your hearing aid is a tiny yet complex device that performs a range of functions to allow you to hear more when you have hearing loss. They work by converting sound waves into electrical signals, which are then sent to an amplifier. The amplifier increases the power of these signals and sends them to the ear through a speaker.
With so many benefits to wearing a hearing aid, the last thing you want is not to want to wear it due to outfit clashes or ill-fitting accessories. In this day and age, hearing aids can be both practical and stylish.
Check the Fit
First and foremost, you need to feel comfortable when it comes to being stylish in anything you wear, including your hearing aid. Much like you wouldn’t go out in shoes that hurt your feet, wearing a hearing aid that is fitted properly or needs adjusting will make you feel uncomfortable or even cause pain. So, before you do anything else, make sure the device you are wearing fits you correctly and is fitted well so you can feel comfortable with any summer style choices you make this year. Book an appointment with your hearing instrument specialist to check the fit of your hearing aid.
Check Out New Styles
Out with the old and in with the new! While hearing aids shouldn’t be changed with the seasons, if you want to feel more stylish this summer, it can be worth checking out the new styles and fittings on the market. As technology develops, the way hearing aids are designed also changes, meaning by simply updating the type of hearing aid you wear, you can change up your style.
Many hearing aids are customizable, so when you choose a new device, you can ask for specific customizations within the options to help you not only find a design that shows off your style but offers you the right level of hearing sound and features you need for them to be stylish and beneficial to your hearing too. These days there is no need to compromise on style for functionality when it comes to hearing aids.
For those that want a more discreet look, you can choose hearing aids in a range of neutral and skin colors so they are less noticeable and blend in with your style more seamlessly. Ask your hearing instrument specialist about new options on the market for your existing or new hearing aid.
Accessories for Your Hearing Aids
Accessories can make or break an outfit, which can also apply to your hearing aid. While some devices might be small enough to evade being seen, you can still dress them up regardless of the style of the hearing aid and its size.
A good option is to use jewelry to bling up your hearing aid, and chains or cuffs can help you avoid knocking your hearing aid out and losing it but also help you to add style and flair to your device to complement your summer outfits.
Or, you can buy hearing aid sleeves and cases that can help you to protect your hearing aid while still being stylish. If you wear sunglasses, hearing aid sleeves can help you to avoid knocking your hearing aid off when taking the glasses on and off by putting the arm through the sleeve. At the same time, you can choose to bedazzle or fit a colored case to behind-the-ear hearing aids to make them stand out for all the right reasons, particularly fun if you are going to a festival and have short hair or wear your hair tied up, you can match it to your outfit and style for the occasions.
Protecting Your Devices
Your hearing aids need protection from the summer fun, and knowing how to care for theme properties can help you keep them in good condition and support your style, not hinder your fun. You could buy personalized cases for your hearing aids so you can take them out and keep them safe when doing fun activities like swimming or protect them if you are caught in a downpour while on adventures.
Don’t forget to bring spare batteries, cleaning equipment or your charger with you to avoid interruption in powering your devices! You can also buy waterproof cases that allow you to keep your hearing aid tools safe, clean, and dry when on your travels or spending long periods away from home.
If you want to want to learn more about how to keep your hearing aids stylish this summer, contact our experienced team at Galco Hearing Aid Service and this phone number: (281) 245-0520
