Why should I use hearing aids when I can manage?

There are lots of good reasons why improving your hearing will improve your overall quality of life. Many people report simply wanting to enjoy hearing their family and friends more easily. Hearing loss can easily contribute to loneliness, depression and cognitive decline.

It takes on average 4 years for a person to go from first noticing hearing difficulty to getting their first hearing aid. Several studies have indicated that treating hearing loss may delay the effects of cognitive decline. In 2020 The Lancet reported that up to 40% of dementia was modifiable, and amongst the 12 risk factors hearing loss remains the most significant*.

To hear, we use a neural pathway to send signals from our ear to our brain. When we use it effectively it remains strong and preserves our ability to understand speech for longer. So think of wearing hearing aids rather like taking your ears to the gym every day and giving them a workout!

*Data from Marke Trak figures 2022

How will I know if I have hearing loss?

Common signs may include:

• Difficulty hearing other people speak clearly, especially when in noisy places
• Watching television or listening to the radio more loudly than other people might like
• Often asking people to repeat themselves or misunderstanding what they say
• Having to concentrate very hard to hear what other people are saying
• Feeling tired or stressed in difficult listening situations
• Having tinnitus

Why not book a hearing assessment today at Harborough Hearing Care today.  We will discuss your test results with you and offer you clear, unbiased advice on what to do next. We will also provide a no obligation home trial of hearing aids if appropriate.