The Benefits of Wearing Hearing Aids for Boynton Beach Area Seniors
The following words may hit home and be a telling sign that you may be facing a hearing deficit. “What? I didn’t hear you!” Is this a phrase you hear over and over in your life? Family members or partners, children and even friends can become frustrated in having to repeat themselves constantly and it is even more frustrating for the hard of hearing of course.
In addition, the Pandemic is forcing families and loved ones throughout Palm Beach County to spend much more time together. Communication is vital, especially utilizing internet platforms to see and chat with those far from us. Good hearing might be one of the most important pieces to connect in conversation with those we miss so much. In fact, Hellen Keller once said that…“Deafness is a much worse misfortune” ( than blindness ).
Did you know that close to 50 million people in America are affected by hearing loss? Ranked among the most common health conditions in the United States, a significant number of seniors in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach and the rest of Palm Beach County, Florida, share this challenge. It can adversely affect our interpersonal communication, job opportunities, awareness of the environment, safety concerns and sadly, our very self esteem.
But it doesn’t have to be that way! Luckily, new advances in hearing aid technology are facilitating the hearing process for people young and old. New products, namely Lyric and Earlens are revolutionizing the way people hear again. There are many benefits of using modern hearing aid technology and our Board Certified Audiology Team at Light ENT in Boynton Beach put together this blog post to tell you about a few of these many benefits.
Assure More Efficient Communication
Communication is critical in any business both personal and corporate. If someone is hearing challenged – it often leads to communication breakdown and interpersonal friction. For example, someone operating in a high position in an organization may be demoted because of poor communication caused by a hearing deficit. Details when purchasing a car or home may not be understood completely leaving much stress and anxiety for loved ones. With a modern hearing device, communication will absolutely improve, with the added benefit of helping your relationships and peace of mind.
Assist in Good Cognitive Functioning
Recent studies by Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School show that people with hearing loss may develop cognitive decline earlier than peers with normal hearing. Untreated hearing loss may put one at a higher risk of developing dementia and reduce cognitive functioning.
When this condition exists, it decreases proper activity in the auditory areas of the brain. This includes speech and awareness, which makes it difficult to have appropriate understanding and comprehension. The risk of this hearing decline may increase for those with hearing issues that do not wear hearing aids.
The most effective choice for patients with auditory issues are listening devices like Lyric and Earlens, as they will assist in significantly reducing auditory problems, thus helping to improve communication and other areas affected.
Helps in Alleviating Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition that makes someone perceive sound inside their ears, head or from a distance, while there is no sound at all. For instance, Tinnitus can manifest itself as an irritating buzzing sound that won’t stop, sometimes to a point it seems unbearable. It may also appear as humming, shrieking or even whistling. Tinnitus is typically a side effect of hearing loss, being over exposed to loud noises or even certain medications. Although there is no cure for Tinnitus, there are a few ways to manage it each day. While many people use therapies and medications to treat their tinnitus symptoms, the best way to deal with them is to wear a device.
Provides More Energy
If you have been met with a hearing loss, you may be more vulnerable to the effects of it, including extreme fatigue. Our mental and physical energy can deplete at a faster rate when challenged with a hearing deficit. Hearing aids will help reduce the amount of energy spent attempting to listen and communicate. Once it becomes easier to discern sounds and speech, the stress placed on the body will become reduced allowing energy to flow more fluidly. Hearing aids help to restore the sounds that are missed with hearing loss and the brain will not have to work as hard. Less fatigue and more energy sounds like a plan!
Alleviates Mental Stress
When communication becomes difficult due to a hearing loss it is quite frustrating. Gatherings with family and friends may bring more tension than enjoyment due to the inability to converse in a “normal” fashion. Lack of proper communication may force those affected to isolate themselves and end up developing depression due to severe mental stress. Treating those with hearing problems and fitting them with the proper hearing aid not only improves their hearing ability, but reduces their stress.
Just to review, a hearing problem can negatively impact one’s communication, cognitive function, energy and stress level. Our technology and array of hearing device options today can alleviate these concerns. It is essential, if you have a hearing deficit, that you investigate modern hearing aids and implant options from our Board Certified Ear, Nose and Throat specialists, as well as our Audiology Team.
At Light ENT, we offer high-quality ENT services including the treatment of hearing loss to our patients throughout Palm Beach County, Florida.
Contact our Boynton Beach ENT office today for a free consultation so you too can learn more about the state of your hearing and the advanced hearing aids can help restore your good communication.