What Are Hearing Aid Accessories?

Many of us wear hearing aids. They are great little devices that allow us to hear well. However, in a modern world, there is more than just a hearing aid. Today there is a plethora of accessories that will make your lifestyle even better. From Bluetooth to amplifiers, you can find many things that you can add to your hearing aid or enhance it. So what accessories are available for your hearing aids? 

Retaining Cords

Hearing aid users have never been so active. Mountain biking, horseback riding or running, don't let your hearing aids get in the way of your activities. However, they should be protected to avoid damaging them or losing them if they were to fall. Removing them is not really ideal because your hearing is impaired during your activity.

There are handy retention cords that attach to your devices and clip to your clothing. Your devices are thus attached and even if they were to detach from your ears, you do not risk losing or damaging them. You should also invest in a proper place to keep your hearing aids. This way you can keep your hearing aid in a dry and clean place.

Magnetic Loop 

Maybe you've already seen this ear symbol with alT right next to it. It is often seen in public places like theaters, cinemas, museums, art galleries and churches. It indicates that the site is equipped with a magnetic loop. Magnetic loop systems transmit sound directly to your hearing aids.

The sound of a movie or a speaker is thus intercepted by a microphone present on the site, then transmitted directly to your ears. For this, however, your hearing aid must be equipped with an induction coil. For more information on this subject, consult your hearing instrument specialist.

Call Freely with a Bluetooth Accessory 

Many hearing aids incorporate Bluetooth technology for connecting to smartphones, allowing you to make calls and hear what the other party is talking about directly in your hearing aids. In fact, your hearing aids become a real hands-free phone. This feature is also compatible with video calls like Skype and Facetime, allowing you to hear and see your caller simultaneously. Bluetooth is available on modern devices now, which makes it even more accessible to you. 

Discreetly Control Your Hearing Aids Using a Remote Control

Some devices can be adjusted without having to be removed. They usually have a small button to change the program and adapt to different environments, such as when you go to a noisier place. Others have a volume control dial.

However, a remote control – no bigger than your car key – allows you to make your settings discreetly. If you have a smartphone, you can operate your hearing aids remotely through an app. Many modern hearing aids are controlled this way.

Wireless Transmission System for Watching TV 

There are two types of wireless transmission systems for watching television: stand-alone or dependent. They are called autonomous when they do not require the use of hearing aids or dependent when used in conjunction with hearing aids. The transmitter collects sound from the television and transmits it via radio frequencies to the receiver you wear. The sound is then transmitted, without echoes or ambient noise, directly into your ear. This gives the most satisfying sound experience.

Personal amplifier

The personal amplifier is a device similar to a large Walkman and which amplifies sounds. It can be useful if you need to talk to a hard of hearing person who does not wear hearing aids. This is really only used on a temporary basis:

• Telephone adaptation: There are three types of telephone adaptation. These include the telephone amplifier, amplified telephone and adapted telephone. This has simultaneous wireless transmission. 
• The telephone amplifier: The telephone amplifier is in the form of a small box connected in series with a standard house telephone. It requires a separate battery. The telephone amplifier is inexpensive and simple and great for your lifestyle.

Specialty Tips or Plugs

There are accessories on the market that serve plenty of purposes. These include for musicians, for swimming, for Bluetooth and for sleeping. For advice on the earpiece, you are looking for or for tailor-made earplugs, you can contact hearing aid professionals. Often they can be made via molds of your ear so they are fully customized.

If you want to learn more about hearing aids and talk with a hearing professional, you should look at getting in touch with Nu-Life Hearing Centre and call us today at (855) 867-7449.