by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A mother wrote: My son got a hearing aid in May and the ear piece is cracking already. This is his first hearing aid, so I have no idea what to expect. Is this normal? Yes, it is normal for the tubes to become harder and more brittle as the months […]
Hearing Aids
Wireless Routers and Hearing Aid Interference
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A man explained: I am about to replace my dial up Internet connection with a broadband one and wireless connectivity would seem preferable to wired via USB or Ethernet for many reasons. However I have been wondering whether the wireless signal could in any way interfere with my wife’s digital aids. […]
Why Won’t My Daughter Wear Her Hearing Aids?
There are a number of reasons why some children won’t wear their hearing aids. Read the surprising answer.
Yawning, Loud Noise and Hearing Loss
Why do my hearing aids cut out when I yawn or there are loud sounds around? Read the answer.
When Are T-Coils Not T-Coils?
Don’t fall for the “acoustic t-coil” trap. They are not t-coils at all. Read more.
Learning How to Wear New Hearing Aids
Learn the proper procedure to adapt to wearing new hearing aids.