Hearing aids shouldn’t adversely affect your life or the way you live. You shouldn’t have to stop engaging in the things you love just because you have a hearing issue. Generally, it’s okay to use hearing aids while exercising or engaging in activities that elevate the heart rate.
Just be certain you are informed about the proper upkeep and care for your hearing aid. Provided you take proper precautions to minimize moisture, prevent loss, and have a regular post-workout routine, you should be able to enjoy all kinds of exercise and play.
Safeguard your hearing aids: Utilize clips on your clothing, retainers, or sports headbands to anchor them and keep them dry. This will supply added protection and decrease the risk of accidents or damage.
Protect Against Moisture: Buy a cover to soak up sweat and/or use a sweatband.
Assure Correct Fit: This is important as your body is constantly moving while you work out. Hearing aids should fit snugly to avoid shifting while you exercise.
Keep Them Dry and Clean After Working Out: Just like you would perform a cooldown after your exercise, your hearing aids need a similar routine for correct maintenance. Wipe down with a soft cloth to remove sweat and dirt, use a puffer to get rid of any moisture, and store them correctly. Avoid exposing them to water, cleaning products, heat, or direct sunlight.
Positive Aspects of Using Hearing Aids While Working Out
You can wear your hearing aids during various physical activities like working out at the gym, running outdoors, playing recreational sports, or engaging in other exercise regimens. Along with being able to use them during these activities, your hearing aids are expected to enhance your entire experience and contribute to your safety.
- Most sports demand teamwork and communication between players. Attempting to catch a fly ball with three players looking up can be a possible injury situation without talking to each other. You want to be able to hear your teammate clearly yell “Got it” to avoid accidents.
- In some cases background noise can be an issue when wearing hearing aids. You might want to be able to hear the instructions in a noisy gym setting. Ask a hearing specialist for a custom setting to decrease background noise.
- Listening to music you love can be pleasurable and make your exercise session go by quicker.
Configure your hearing aids to connect via Bluetooth and enjoy listening to music while you run or work out.
Using your hearing aids while running or walking can help you stay alert to important sounds in your surroundings, including the sirens of emergency vehicles or car horns.
If you have further questions or concerns about using your hearing aids during physical activity, don’t hesitate to contact to us for assistance.
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Hearing Aids and Sweat Impact|Miracle-Ear
Exercising with Hearing Aids|Tips & Advice|Amplifon AU