FAQs about Ear Protection

Are you looking for information about hearing protection? Or perhaps a way to make an appointment with an audiologist or hearing aid specialist? If you’re in the area, come visit Pensacola’s best hearing center. This list contains answers to common questions that might be of interest to you.

What are the most common causes of hearing loss in people?

Many factors can lead to hearing loss, including the gradual degeneration of the brain, noise exposure, and involvement in an accident.

For what activities can you buy hearing protection?

Hear for You has a variety of hearing protectors for all activities, including hunting, swimming, regular concert-goers and swimmers. You can also use them for motorsports, motorsports, driving, high noise industrial environments, strong winds and shooting, as well as custom protection that you can add to your everyday earphones.

How can you tell if you have difficulty hearing?

Any age or stage of life can have hearing impairments. As it is gradual, it can be hard to spot on others or yourself. It is recommended that you consult an audiologist if you notice any of these signs.

• It can be exhausting to try to keep up with conversations and listen, which often leads to fatigue.
• Tinnitus symptoms sound louder and are more common
• Sometimes it is easy to miss conversations or ask someone to repeat themselves.
• Your devices, TV, and radio must have a higher volume than normal
• You may not hear as many sounds in your environment as you would normally.

What should you expect from your appointment with an audiology specialist?

The appointment with an audiologist will last approximately 45-60 minutes. It will examine the cause of your hearing loss and determine the best type and solution for you. A series of tasks will be required during the appointment. These include a conversation to understand what is causing your hearing loss, how it is affecting you, and simple hearing tests that listen to sounds. A fitting may be required if you are considering a hearing aid.

What are the tests you use to assess hearing?

Depending on the age of your child or adult and your current challenges, there are a variety of tests that your audiologists might use. Three tests are common for children. Three tests are used for children: the otoacoustic emission (OAE), auditory brain (ABR), and tympanometry. For adults, the tests include speed and word recognition, pure-tone tests, acoustic reflex measures, and tuning fork tests. 

What types of hearing aids do you use most often?

You can choose from a variety of styles to best suit your needs. These are the three most popular hearing aid styles:

Behind the ear (BTE).

They are suitable for people of all ages and with hearing impairments because they have excellent amplifying capabilities. The BTE aids are placed on top or behind your outer ear and have a tube connecting to the earpiece.

In the ear (ITE).

The hearing aids are securely fitted to your ear by a protective casing. These hearing aids can be customized and are extremely comfortable.

In the canal (ITC).

The device is placed in your ear canal and channels noise. These hearing aids are less obvious and can be customized to fit your ear canal.

What are the best times to replace your hearing aids?

Even though hearing aids are small and reliable, they will eventually need to be replaced. To ensure that your hearing aids are being updated only when necessary, there are several signs to look for. These are the signs: 

• Changes in your life (work environment, new baby)
• Your device is older than four years
• Your hearing is declining
• The market is flooded with new tech

Do hearing aids and protection make your hearing worse

Contrary to popular belief, hearing aids don’t make your hearing worse. Your brain will adapt to hearing aids when you first use them. It can take some time for this to happen and it can lead to a sharp contrast if the device is removed. Because they are custom-made to fit your ears, hearing aids are safe and won’t cause any damage to your ears.

Can lifestyle affect your hearing?

You can make positive or negative lifestyle choices that will impact your hearing. A healthy diet that includes fish, legumes and dark chocolate is known to improve the health of your ears. However, too much music can cause damage to your ears.

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