{"id":347,"date":"2018-07-12T14:50:32","date_gmt":"2018-07-12T21:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/fueldev.site\/~devheari\/?p=347"},"modified":"2021-07-15T11:01:16","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T18:01:16","slug":"how-to-choose-a-hearing-aid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/how-to-choose-a-hearing-aid\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Hearing Aid"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\"><br \/>\n{<br \/>\n  \"@context\" : \"http:\/\/schema.org\",<br \/>\n  \"@type\" : \"Article\",<br \/>\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {<br \/>\n         \"@type\": \"WebPage\",<br \/>\n         \"@id\": \"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/how-to-choose-a-hearing-aid\/\"<br \/>\n},<br \/>\n  \"name\" : \"How to Choose a Hearing Aid\",<br \/>\n  \"author\" : {<br \/>\n    \"@type\" : \"Organization\",<br \/>\n    \"name\" : \"LeMay Hearing & Balance\"<br \/>\n  },<br \/>\n  \"datePublished\" : \"2018-07-12\",\/\/ Date format is yyyy-mm-dd<br \/>\n  \"dateModified\" : \"2018-07-13\",\/\/ Date format is yyyy-mm-dd<br \/>\n  \"image\": {<br \/>\n\"@type\": \"ImageObject\",<br \/>\n\"url\": \"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/small-gathering.jpeg\",<br \/>\n\"width\": 696,<br \/>\n\"height\": 100<br \/>\n},<br \/>\n  \"articleSection\" : \"If you\u2019re a Reno resident who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss and been told that hearing aids are a beneficial treatment solution, you are probably feeling quite a bit of stress over the sudden changes to your lifestyle. Choosing a hearing aid can feel overwhelming, especially given the wide variety of devices on the market. Not to worry: we can help you make a sound decision.\",<br \/>\n  \"articleBody\" : \"If you\u2019re a Reno resident who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss and been told that hearing aids are a beneficial treatment solution, you are probably feeling quite a bit of stress over the sudden changes to your lifestyle. Choosing a hearing aid can feel overwhelming, especially given the wide variety of devices on the market. Not to worry: we can help you make a sound decision.<\/p>\n<p>Pun intended.<\/p>\n<p>By breaking down your search into easily manageable steps, you\u2019ll be well on your way to choosing a hearing aid perfect for your needs. You\u2019ll have to take the following considerations into account before signing on the proverbial dotted line.<\/p>\n<p>Determine Your Hearing Needs<br \/>\nFirst and foremost, if you haven\u2019t seen an audiologist yet, make an appointment! This hearing specialist is specifically trained to assess your hearing loss, measuring its severity (classified as normal to profound) and frequency to help determine your type of hearing loss. This is crucial in coming up with a treatment plan: conductive hearing loss occurs as a result of damage to the outer or middle ear and affects low frequency sounds, while sensorineural hearing loss is the result of damage to the inner ear and affects high frequency sounds. The right hearing aid will specifically target the frequencies you have trouble with.<\/p>\n<p>Think About Functionality<br \/>\nHearing aids come with a wide array of features. Most likely you won\u2019t need all of them; decide which ones are most important to you and narrow down from there. Some of the more popular features include:<\/p>\n<p>Bluetooth\u00ae connectivity<br \/>\nRechargeable batteries<br \/>\nDirectional microphones<br \/>\nFeedback suppression<br \/>\nDigital noise reduction.<br \/>\nWax guards<br \/>\nAutomatic programming<br \/>\nYour Lifestyle is an Important Factor<br \/>\nThree women gathered around a table laughing - Reno NV<\/p>\n<p>Your lifestyle will dictate the type of hearing aid that will work best for you. Whether you enjoy quiet, intimate gatherings with a few close friends or participate in an active lifestyle that includes frequent background noise, there is a hearing aid designed specifically for your activity level and lifestyle needs.<\/p>\n<p>What Is Your Cosmetic Preference?<br \/>\nBecause you\u2019ll be wearing your hearing aids every day, you\u2019ll want to choose a pair that not only fits well and sounds great, but also appeals to your self-confidence. Hearing aids come in a wide range of sizes and styles; some hook over your ear and rest behind it, making them easily seen, while others are implanted deep within your ear canals, rendering them virtually invisible. There are pros and cons to each type.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t Forget About Your Budget<br \/>\nLast but not least, there is cost to consider. Hearing aids can be pricey depending on your needs, but don\u2019t let dollars and cents factor too strongly into your decision-making process. The most important thing is to find a pair of devices that address your specific hearing limitations. If you look at cost alone and end up with a cheap pair of hearing aids that don\u2019t work very well, you will have essentially wasted your money.<\/p>\n<p>Still feeling overwhelmed? That\u2019s completely natural! Contact your Reno audiologist for help in choosing hearing aids that are perfect for your needs.\",<br \/>\n  \"url\" : \"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/how-to-choose-a-hearing-aid\/\",<br \/>\n  \"headline\" : \"How to Choose a Hearing Aid\",<br \/>\n  \"publisher\" : {<br \/>\n    \"@type\" : \"Organization\",<br \/>\n    \"name\" : \"LeMay Hearing & Balance\",<br \/>\n    \"logo\": {<br \/>\n\"@type\": \"ImageObject\",<br \/>\n\"url\": \"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/main-logo.jpg\",<br \/>\n\"width\": 100,<br \/>\n\"height\": 60<br \/>\n}<br \/>\n  }<br \/>\n}<br \/>\n<\/script><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a Reno resident who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss and been told that hearing aids are a beneficial treatment solution, you are probably feeling quite a bit of stress over the sudden changes to your lifestyle. <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/hearing-aids\/\" title=\"Hearing Aid Comparison | LeMay Hearing &amp; Balance\">Choosing a hearing aid<\/a> can feel overwhelming, especially given the wide variety of devices on the market. Not to worry: we can help you make a sound decision.<\/p>\n<p>Pun intended.<\/p>\n<p>By breaking down your search into easily manageable steps, you\u2019ll be well on your way to choosing a hearing aid perfect for your needs. You\u2019ll have to take the following considerations into account before signing on the proverbial dotted line.<\/p>\n<h2>Determine Your Hearing Needs<\/h2>\n<p>First and foremost, if you haven\u2019t seen an audiologist yet, make an appointment! This hearing specialist is specifically trained to assess your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/hearing-loss\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20373072\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Hearing Loss Symptoms and Causes | The Mayo Clinic\">hearing loss<\/a>, measuring its severity (classified as normal to profound) and frequency to help determine your type of hearing loss. This is crucial in coming up with a treatment plan: conductive hearing loss occurs as a result of damage to the outer or middle ear and affects low frequency sounds, while sensorineural hearing loss is the result of damage to the inner ear and affects high frequency sounds. The right hearing aid will specifically target the frequencies you have trouble with.<\/p>\n<h2>Think About Functionality<\/h2>\n<p>Hearing aids come with a wide array of features. Most likely you won\u2019t need <em>all<\/em> of them; decide which ones are most important to you and narrow down from there. Some of the more popular features include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluetooth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"BlueTooth\">Bluetooth\u00ae<\/a> connectivity<\/li>\n<li>Rechargeable batteries<\/li>\n<li>Directional microphones<\/li>\n<li>Feedback suppression<\/li>\n<li>Digital noise reduction.<\/li>\n<li>Wax guards<\/li>\n<li>Automatic programming<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Your Lifestyle is an Important Factor<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" title=\"Hearing Lifestyles in Reno\" src=\"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/small-gathering.jpeg\" alt=\"Three women gathered around a table laughing - Reno NV\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-348\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Your lifestyle will dictate the <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/how-to-choose-a-hearing-aid\/\" title=\"Hearing Aid Styles | LeMay Hearing &amp; Balance\">type of hearing aid<\/a> that will work best for you. Whether you enjoy quiet, intimate gatherings with a few close friends or participate in an active lifestyle that includes frequent background noise, there is a hearing aid designed specifically for your activity level and lifestyle needs.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is Your Cosmetic Preference?<\/h2>\n<p>Because you\u2019ll be wearing your hearing aids every day, you\u2019ll want to choose a pair that not only fits well and sounds great, but also appeals to your self-confidence. Hearing aids come in a wide range of sizes and styles; some hook over your ear and rest behind it, making them easily seen, while others are implanted deep within your ear canals, rendering them virtually invisible. There are pros and cons to each type.<\/p>\n<h2>Don\u2019t Forget About Your Budget<\/h2>\n<p>Last but not least, there is cost to consider. Hearing aids can be pricey depending on your needs, but don\u2019t let dollars and cents factor <em>too<\/em> strongly into your decision-making process. The most important thing is to find a pair of devices that address your specific hearing limitations. If you look at cost alone and end up with a cheap pair of hearing aids that don\u2019t work very well, you will have essentially wasted your money.<\/p>\n<p>Still feeling overwhelmed? That\u2019s completely natural! Contact your <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidreno.com\/about\/meet-our-team\/\" title=\"About Our Team | LeMay Hearing &amp; Balance\">Reno audiologist<\/a> for help in choosing hearing aids that are perfect for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><p>Call <span class=\"company-name \">LeMay Hearing &amp; Balance<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+17753235566\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(775) 323-5566<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a Reno resident who has recently been diagnosed with hearing loss and been told that hearing aids are a beneficial treatment solution, you are probably feeling quite a bit of stress over the sudden changes to your lifestyle. 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