Make Your Hearing Aids Last Longer — Most People Do This Wrong

How do you make hearing aids last longer? Many people accidentally shorten the lifespan of their hearing aids because of everyday habits that slowly damage the internal components. Most hearing aids are designed to last around five years, but many fail earlier because of small daily habits that quietly damage the internal components. Moisture, heat, earwax buildup, and improper handling are some of the most common reasons hearing aids need repairs sooner than expected. The good news is that simple maintenance habits can dramatically extend the life of your devices. In this video, audiologist Dr. Shaina Stapleton, founder of Better Hearing Rehabilitation Center in Durham, North Carolina, explains the most important things you can do to help your hearing aids last longer. You’ll learn: • The nightly habit many hearing aid users skip • Why moisture is the biggest threat to hearing aids • The right way to clean hearing aids (and what not to do) • How heat and storage location affect hearing aid lifespan • Why RIC hearing aid wires fail and how to protect them • The truth about putting hearing aids in rice • How batteries and charging habits affect performance These small habits can prevent unnecessary repairs and help your hearing aids perform their best for years. If you wear hearing aids — or are considering them — understanding how to care for them properly can make a big difference in how well they work and how long they last. Subscribe for more videos about hearing loss, hearing aids, tinnitus, and hearing health.