Hearing aids should not negatively impact your life or the way you live. You shouldn’t have to quit doing the things you enjoy just because you have a hearing problem. Typically, it’s fine for most people to use hearing aids even while working out or engaging in other activities that get the heart pumping.
Just be certain you are informed about the correct maintenance and care for your hearing devices. As long as you take proper preventative measures to reduce moisture, prevent loss, and have a regular post-workout routine, you should be able to appreciate all kinds of exercise and play.
Protect your hearing aids: Use clips on your clothing, retainers, or sports headbands to secure them and keep them dry. This will provide extra protection and reduce the risk of accidents or damage.
Protect From Moisture: Purchase a cover to absorb sweat and/or use a sweatband.
Achieve a Comfortable Fit: A well-fitting hearing aid is critical because your body is in motion throughout your exercise routine. Hearing aids should fit comfortably so they can’t shift during your workout.
Caring For Your Hearing Aids Post-Workout: After exercising, it’s essential to give your hearing aids the same care as your body – a smooth transition to avoid damage and ensure optimum performance. Clean down with a soft cloth to eliminate sweat and debris, use a puffer to remove any moisture, and store them correctly. No liquid or other cleaners should be used, and you should keep them away from heat or sunlight.
Advantages of Wearing Hearing Aids While Exercising
Not only are you able to use your hearing aids while at the gym, jogging outside, playing
sports, or taking part in any other exercise-related activity, they are likely to help enhance
your enjoyment and keep you safer.
- Many sports necessitate communication between teammates. Attempting to catch a fly ball while three players are all looking up can lead to a potential risk of injury if they don’t communicate with one another. You want to be able to hear your teammate clearly yell “Got it” to avoid accidents.
- Occasionally, ambient sounds can hinder the effectiveness of 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 reduce background noise.
- Listening to your favorite music can be enjoyable and help your workout time pass more quickly.
Configure your hearing aids to connect via Bluetooth and enjoy listening to music while you run or work out.
Using your hearing aids while walking or jogging, for example, will keep you aware of
important sounds around you, like the sirens of emergency vehicles or honking horns.
Contact us if you have additional questions about wearing your hearing aids while
exercising and sweating.
Sources:
Hearing Aids and Sweat Impact|Miracle-Ear
Exercising with Hearing Aids|Tips & Advice|Amplifon AU
