A local scientist came in today for a six month follow up visit. He has new, mid-level technology hearing aids that have been customized for his work and hobbies. It has been such fun to work with him.
For example, he is a boater, and he has an outboard motor on his ski boat. He sits at the stern while his kids sit up near the bow. Needless to say, the noisy engine cuts out their voices. We gave him a "Boat-Talk" program with strong noise suppression to reduce the noise of the engine and at the same time enhance the volume of the kids' voices. It works.
He also drives a truck that he and his wife like to go out in for their Date Night each week. His hearing aids have a custom program called "Truck Talk" just for while they're in the truck. He pushes a button, and all four microphones automatically aim at his wife, instead of the dashboard. She is "riding shotgun" beside him. By changing their direction, they reduce road, wind, radio, and tire noise and pick up his wife's high pitched voice. It works.
When the phone rings, he keeps the cell phone in his pocket and pushes a button on his hearing aid remote control. "Hello"...as he answers the phone, the caller's voice is heard in each ear, improving the clarity of the call and eliminating the need to hold the phone while he talks. His hearing aids simultaneously turn the microphones off to reduce the surrounding noise of the truck. It works.
Once the couple arrives at the restaurant, she clips a wireless mini-mic to her blouse. Every time she talks, the hearing aids shut off the restaurant noise and her voice wirelessly transmits to his ears. This really works!
His lesson to me was at the beginning of his 6 month check up visit. He told me he had no idea that hearing aids could be this good! The dramatic difference between hearing with and without the aids, in all environments, has truly affected the quality of his life.
Don't let hearing loss keep you from connecting with loved ones, participating in social activities, and enjoying your favorite hobbies. We can help! Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.
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