Approximately 37.7 million adults in the U.S. report some trouble hearing. If you’re navigating the personal change of adjusting to hearing aids, simple tasks such as watching TV can feel a little frustrating. Luckily, there are still several ways to comfortably watch your favorite shows alongside your family and friends without needing to turn up the volume.
So, quickly stop at Palmer’s Old Tyme Candy Shoppe to stock up on your favorite snacks before this weekend’s TV binge and use some of these tips to enhance your listening experience.
Utilize Bluetooth®
The instinct when experiencing hearing loss and watching content is likely to turn up the volume. This can be both damaging to your hearing and a little annoying to others in the room.
Newer models of hearing aids likely have Bluetooth connectivity capabilities. You can buy a Bluetooth streaming adapter for your Smart TV to connect the sound from your content directly to your hearing aid. You can also adjust the volume for just yourself using your smartphone.
Another option is to buy Bluetooth headphones. If your TV supports Bluetooth, you can connect directly to the headphones to stream your sound.
Use Assistive Listening Devices or Hearing Loops
If your hearing aids don’t have Bluetooth capabilities, you can still hear the audio through your hearing aids by purchasing an assistive listening device. Assistive listening devices plug into your TV and allow you to hear audio and adjust the volume for yourself through your hearing aids.
Hearing loops are helpful if your hearing aid has a T-coil. A hearing loop is a device that amplifies the sound of the television. The user wears a loop around their neck that picks up the audio. There are other resources for enjoying TV shows and movies without increasing the volume.
Other tips include:
- Using a soundbar
- Turning on closed captioning
- Turning down the base so other sounds are clearer
To learn more about how to safely enjoy the next new series, call Ear, Nose & Throat Consultants to schedule an appointment today.