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Get The Right Hearing Aids To Filter Out Background Noise

29 October 2014 by For Content

Now that you've realized you need hearing aids, it's important to consider the types of environments where different products work best. Many people become frustrated with these devices because some hearing aids aren't very effective in noisy settings. If you spend a fair bit of time in that kind of environment, focus on hearing aids that work well in a crowd.

Cutting-Edge Technology

Manufacturers originally developed hearing aids to help people clearly hear during one-on-one or small group conversations and to hear the TV without having to annoy everyone else with an overly loud volume.

This initial goal was greatly appreciated by people who had suffered hearing loss, but it became evident that the devices were inadequate for other activities. Basic hearing aids don't work very well when there's a lot of background noise.

You'll need a hearing aid model featuring higher-end technology if you often spend time at:

• restaurants
• parties
• big family gatherings
• conferences 
• athletic events

If you work in a setting where you need to hear a person talk while background noise is going on, higher-end hearing aid technology is essential.

In addition, if you like to take group trips -- such as bus trips to casinos, events or tourist attractions -- better-quality hearing aids are important so you can converse with your friends. 

How Better Hearing Aids Work

The newer technology enables hearing aids to filter out background noise. These sophisticated devices can determine which sounds are important and which are not. They amplify the sounds you want to hear and suppress other distracting noise. Hearing aids do this by amplifying some sound frequencies and reducing others. 

Ask Questions & Get the Device You Need

During your appointment at the hearing aid center, feel free to ask the audiologist all the questions you have. Find out which brands and models of hearing aids are known for the best quality in certain aspects. You will need a better-quality product if you want it to provide excellent service in a noisy environment. 

Don't Quit Until You're Satisfied

Ask the audiologist how long the trial period is. Different states have different hearing aid trial period requirements for consumer protection, and hearing aid dispensers commonly offer this service even if it's not required by law. 

If you're not happy with the product you've purchased, don't be shy about returning it and trying something different. You may have to forfeit a return fee, but paying that small amount is worth not having to give up sufficient hearing ability.

For more information, contact The Hearing Clinic or a similar location.

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