{"id":4348,"date":"2024-11-01T16:34:41","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T20:34:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hamptonroadsent.com\/?p=4348"},"modified":"2024-11-01T16:35:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T20:35:25","slug":"what-to-know-about-waterproof-hearing-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hamptonroadsent.com\/what-to-know-about-waterproof-hearing-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Know About Waterproof Hearing Aids"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Fall is officially here! And with fall comes cooler temperatures and a few rainy afternoons. While you\u2019re pulling out your raincoat, umbrella and rubber boots, take some time to learn about how waterproof and water-resistant hearing aids can provide amplified sounds<\/a> regardless of the weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Waterproof Are Waterproof Hearing Aids?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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You may have heard your phone, watch or hiking boots described as waterproof in the past. Unfortunately, the term \u201cwaterproof\u201d doesn\u2019t always mean something is entirely impervious to water damage. It\u2019s often more accurately described as water-resistant, meaning the item can handle limited water exposure, like sweating, a rain splash or a brief accidental dip in the Seal Park Lake. However, it\u2019s not designed to withstand complete submersion or prolonged exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This distinction is critical to keep in mind\u2014especially for sensitive electronics like hearing aids\u2014because even if they\u2019re labeled as waterproof, taking a lengthy dive into the lake without removing them could still cause damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Protect My Hearing Aids Against Water?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Investing in waterproof or water-resistant hearing aids is a great idea, but it\u2019s still wise to practice water-safe hearing care. A few tips to keep in mind include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n