Learning to use your Hearing Instrument

You will only obtain maximum benefit from your hearing aid if you use it regularly and become thoroughly accustomed to the new sounds and use of the controls. You need time to get used to these new sounds so don't worry if speech sounds muddled or confused it will become clearer with practice.

Start by wearing your hearing instrument for a short time and as you get used to it gradually increase the length of time you wear it. However, if you become tired turn the instrument off or reduce the volume. Always adjust the volume so the sound is clear, rather than as loud as possible.

Start by wearing your hearing instrument at home in a quiet room. Adjust the volume so that your own voice sounds louder than usual and listen to background noises such as footsteps, doors closing, water running, birds singing, children playing. Learn to recognise these sounds. Also, accustom yourself to your own voice by reading aloud.