Summer is when we spend more time outdoors and that is why we tend to sweat a lot. Keeping your hearing aids in direct sunlight or any other hot temperature is not advisable. If you are a person who spends a lot of time in the summer heat it’s important to pay special attention to maintaining your hearing aids.
1. Wash your hands.
Make sure your hands are clean when handling your hearing device. Thoroughly wash and dry your hands before touching your hearing aids.
2. Be mindful of excess sweat.
Be aware of excess water and sweat. Be sure and clean your hearing aids thoroughly and especially when you have been experiencing excess sweating.
3. Don’t expose to extreme heat.
Don’t leave your hearing aids in the hot car, or lying around in any extreme heat environment. This could cause your devices to malfunction and components of the equipment to melt.
4. Regular professional Maintenance.
It’s important to consult with your hearing specialist to maintain your hearing devices properly. There are specific time frames for cleaning and changing the batteries in your device. Be sure to keep all follow-up appointments with your hearing specialist to properly maintain your equipment,
Conclusion:
Summer and heat present particular challenges when wearing and maintaining your hearing devices. Make sure to keep your hands and face clean, take extra time to keep sweat and dirt out of your hearing aids, and keep your regularly scheduled hearing aid maintenance and cleaning appointments.