Mistakes when buying hearing aids – 6. Forgetting that long term benefits require regular check up’s

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Unlike glasses, hearing aids are adjustable so when your hearing changes, which it is most likely to do throughout the lifespan of the hearing aids – you don’t require to purchase new devices every time.

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Mistakes when buying hearing aids – 5. Expecting your hearing aids to fix your hearing immediately

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Although modern technology allows us to achieve much better accuracy of fitting quicker than ever before, it takes time to adjust to your new hearing aid.

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Mistakes when buying hearing aids – 4. Consider carefully the hearing aid specialist or company you are trusting with your hearing care

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In our opinion, analogue and digital are very dated terms when speaking of hearing aids. research has shown that simply buying the most expensive hearing aid on the market does not guarantee a successful outcome for the wearer.

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How to choose the best hearing clinic for you

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There are lots of private hearing clinics in the the market, but how can you ensure you’re dealing with a best hearing clinic, with the most reputable organisation?

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Mistakes when buying Hearing Aids – 3. Selecting the Wrong Style of Hearing Aid

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You would be surprised at just how many people order the smallest hearing aid in the store just because it’s the most invisible or get sucked in by two for one deals.

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Mistakes when buying Hearing Aids – 2. Buying the feature and not the benefit

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This is easily one of the biggest mistakes you can make when purchasing a hearing aid.

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Experiencing hearing loss?  Here’s what to ask your audiologist

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Before you even see an audiologist, write down the specific problems and worries relating to your hearing. Think about taking someone along with you for moral support and to help you remember everything you’re told. Make a list of the medication you are taking – some can effect speech and hearing.

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Common Mistakes when buying Hearing Aids – 1. Not taking the time to do it right

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This statement seems elementary, but you would be surprised by the amount of people who purchase a hearing aid without undertaking an proper, evidence based assessment and spending time to ensure the hearing aid really is the best match from the options available.

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Are you putting off going to see a hearing specialist?

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On average it takes 10 years for someone with hearing loss to seek help from a hearing specialist.  During that time, the problem is often compounded and finding a solution can become more difficult.

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Rechargeable Hearing Aids

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New advances in technology come along all the time, and with the latest hearing aid from Phonak, rechargeable devices are now available at The Hearing Clinic UK. Building on the success of previous high quality digital hearing aids, Phonak has made significant updates to Belong’s technology to deliver the best sound in background noise.

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What to look out for when buying a hearing aid from the High Street

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It’s crucial you choose a reputable organisation when buying a hearing aid. A clinical practice with experienced, professional audiologists will normally ensure you get value for money.

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Buying a hearing device? What are the approximate hearing aid costs?

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The Which? survey in 2014 concluded that costs can vary from between £500 and £7000 for digital hearing aids. However, comparing costs from different private retailers is difficult as most sell packages with varying degrees of aftercare and follow-up services.

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Struggling with a hearing problem and feeling like just another number?  Get treated like a person again.

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Have you been to your GP, received a diagnosis and still waiting for that referral appointment? With over 11 million people in the UK suffering from a hearing complaint, its easy to see how the system can become congested.  This figure is only set to rise and with the unrelenting pressure on the NHS, it’s […]

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Experiencing hearing loss and feeling like you’re just a number?  

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There are over 900,000 severely or profoundly deaf people in the UK and 1 in 6 of the population experiences some form of hearing loss.  That’s about 11 million people so it’s easy to feel lost among this increasingly large crowd. Around six and a half million people could benefit from using a hearing aid […]

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Experiencing hearing loss but delaying seeking advice?

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You are not alone. On average it takes around 7 years for those with hearing loss to seek help! For many people hearing loss can be gradual and can be considered manageable in the early stages. However, your hearing will deteriorate and this can begin to have a dramatic effect on your life. Early detection […]

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Currently Wearing hearing aids, but disappointed with the results?

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This is an incredibly common problem among hearing aid wearers and there are a whole host of reasons for it.  Here are just a few that can contribute to wearers’ frustrations. First of all, getting used to a hearing aid takes patience.  Your brain may have to re-learn the sounds no longer available to you […]

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Hearing Aid Warranties: What To Look Out For

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Hearing aids pack a huge amount of technology into very small packages. And while our suppliers manufacture them using high quality materials, they can be relatively fragile and a good care regime is recommended.

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How To Choose The Best Hearing Care Provider 

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Choosing where to have your hearing issue managed is a critical decision. It’s important to choose the best hearing care provider that you feel most comfortable with while ensuring the products and services they offer provide fit well with your lifestyle.

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Why is Background Noise For Hearing Aid Wearers such a Big Problem?

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Background noise for Hearing Aid wearers can be the enemy of hearing aid wearers. Many simply couldn’t pick up on it before getting their hearing devices, but when it is there it can be very unwelcome.

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Am I Losing My Hearing?

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Many people wonder Am I Losing My Hearing? Difficulty hearing specific voices in a crowded room, having to turn the volume up on the TV, difficulty hearing people on the phone are all possible signs of a developing problem.

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How to Keep Your Ears Safe

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Ears are perfectly formed to capture sound, but the incredible efficiency of their design means they can sometimes capture too much.

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Why Which? Magazine Recommends Independent Hearing Aid Practitioners

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Which? Magazine is a strong advocate of independent retailers, like The Hearing Clinic UK, when it comes to hearing aids.

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Best hearing aids 2016

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At The Hearing Clinic UK we don’t just use probe microphone measurements as standard, we go a whole leap further in our exclusive Sound Lounges.

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Best hearing aids 2016 – in review – what to look for

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We are very often asked what is the best hearing aid on the market… and its a very difficult question to answer given that there are so many factors to consider.

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