According to a recent survey by Hear the World, which is an initiative for worldwide hearing health awareness, there are plenty of misconceptions still out there about hearing aid use. Hear the World surveyed 4,405 people between 14 and 65 years old in France, Germany, Italy , Switzerland, the UK, and the United States to come up with their results.
The results of the survey give an insight into exactly how much people misconceive hearing loss and hearing aid technology, especially if you know anything about how inconspicuous and adaptable modern hearing aid technology is (if you are a regular reader of New Generation Hearing Blog, then you probably do). We already know from a previous survey that only one in four people who require a hearing aid actually wear one, so it should come as no surprise that survey takers associated hearing aids with old age more than any other implement surveyed- including wheelchairs, glasses, crutches, and canes for the blind, and one of the top reasons for not wearing a hearing aid is that survey takers did not want to admit hearing loss in public.
Unfortunately for those who have misperceptions, the stigmas attached to hearing aid use are not just petty, but can be detrimental to one’s personal life. Research shows that hearing loss can create social and emotional barriers for individuals with hearing loss and their families. The Hear the World survey found that frustration, isolation, and fear were overwhelmingly the feelings that were most often associated with untreated hearing loss.
If you have not had your hearing checked recently, or if you think you may need a hearing aid, then you are long overdue for a visit to New Generation Hearing Centers. The pros at New Generation will work with you to test your hearing, and then find a solution for your hearing problem, if necessary. Call New Generation at (305) 551-7222 to set up your appointment today.
If one would like to dispel the notion that hearing aids are only for “old people”, one only has to look to one of today’s most popular versions of hearing aid technology. FM-enabled hearing aids are all the rage when it comes to hearing aid technology, and the capabilities of these hearing aids go way beyond the capabilities of traditional hearing aids. Nowadays, the biggest customers for hearing aids are not those in the waning years of their lives, but instead are baby boomers in their 50’s and 60’s who are looking for a new lease on life through improved hearing. These are the customers who FM-enabled hearing aids are most popular with.
An array of Phonak hearing products
So what’s up with these hearing aids? For starters, FM-enabled hearing aids are just as inconspicuous, discreet, flexible, and high-tech as any other modern digital hearing aid. The only difference is that they can be linked to a control station, which is usually a very small digital unit (even as small as a watch or keychain) that can actually act as a remote-control for a hearing aid. These control units add a great deal of flexibility to a hearing aid, including bluetooth compatability. With these control stations, when someone calls you, you just press a button to talk to them, and your hearing aid works just as any bluetooth headset would. It’s that easy. What’s even better is that several companies are now offering several accessories for hearing aid wearers to take full advantage of bluetooth hearing aid technology, which is a lot more practical for home use than T-coil technology. One example is Jabra’s Stereo Adapter, which connects to most personal listening devices, such as computers and mp3 players, and broadcasts the stereo signal to the hearing aid wearer. Another example is Jabra’s Bluetooth hub, which allows hearing aid the wearer of a hearing aid to convert a traditional desk phone into a bluetooth-enabled phone.
If you would like to learn more about bluetooth-enabled hearing aid technology, or are interested in getting your hearing tested, then make sure to visit Miami’s New Generation Hearing Centers in West Miami or call at 305-551-7222. New Generation’s Dr. Joseph Duran will work with you to find the hearing solution that works best for you. New Generation is an exclusive dealer of Phonak hearing aids and accessories, which is the world’s leading hearing aid maker.
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About New Generation Hearing Centers
With more than 30 years of combined experience in the field of audiology and hearing aids, Dr. Joseph Durán and his sister Yvette Durán Someillan can offer a personalized solution for your hearing needs to ensure a positive experience with your hearing aid.
