Hearing aids should not negatively affect your life or the way you live. Hearing issues shouldn’t hold you back from enjoying your favorite activities. Generally, it’s alright to use hearing aids while working out or participating in activities that elevate the heart rate.
Just be sure you are informed about the correct upkeep and care for your hearing aid. Provided you take proper preventative measures to reduce moisture, prevent loss, and have a consistent post-workout routine, you should be able to appreciate all types of exercise and play.
Keep Hearing Aids Safe And Dry: Use clips affixed to clothing, retainers, or sports headbands to keep your hearing aids in place. This will help stop them from falling or getting damaged.
Prevent Damage from Dampness: Consider getting a protective cover or making use of a sweat-absorbing accessory.
Achieve a Comfortable Fit: A well-fitting device is crucial because your body is in motion all throughout your exercise routine. Hearing aids should fit comfortably so they can’t shift during your workout.
Caring For Your Hearing Aids Post-Workout: After exercising, it’s important to give your hearing aids the same care as your body – a gentle transition to prevent damage and ensure optimal performance. Clean the device with a gentle cloth to remove sweat and dirt, then use a puffer to eliminate any moisture, and lastly, make sure to store it appropriately. Avoid exposing them to water, cleaning products, heat, or direct sunlight.
Positive Aspects of Wearing Hearing Aids While Exercising
You can wear your hearing aids during various physical activities such as exercising at the gym, running outdoors, playing softball, or participating in other exercise routines. In addition to being able to use them during these activities, your hearing aids are expected to improve your entire experience and contribute to your safety.
- Many sports require communication between teammates. Trying to catch a fly ball with three players looking up can become a possible injury situation without talking to each other. You need to be able to hear “I got it, I got it” from your teammate to avoid any collisions.
- In some cases background noise can be an issue when using hearing aids. In a noisy gym setting, you will need to hear directions accurately. Consult an audiologist to make a personalized setting that minimizes background noise.
- Listening to music you love can be pleasurable and make your exercise session go by quicker.
Set up your hearing aids with Bluetooth and “rock out” as you run or pump iron.
Using your hearing aids during walks or runs can help you remain perceptive to essential sounds in your surroundings, including the sirens of emergency vehicles or car horns.
Contact us if you have further questions about using your hearing aids while
working out and sweating.
Sources:
Hearing Aids and Sweat Impact|Miracle-Ear
Exercising with Hearing Aids|Tips & Advice|Amplifon AU