Hearing aid stigma vs. reality

It’s ironic that one of the biggest reasons people don’t consider hearing aids when they know they aren’t hearing well is the stigma they’ll look old or frail. 

Studies have shown that when hearing levels decline, the incidence of cognitive impairment increases, along with a cascade of negative health effects, including loss of spatial awareness and increased fall risk. Hearing loss triggers auditory deprivation, when part of the brain that interprets sounds atrophies. 

Also, the devices have become much smaller over the past several years and are barely detectable. It seems every time a manufacturer comes out with a new model, it’s smaller.



Another misconception about hearing aids is the quality of hearing is artificial, inadequate and not worth the trouble. Not true. New AI technology has driven clearer sound perception capabilities that are now making their way to today’s hearing aids.

Cost is another fear factor, and we understand that. We work with hand-picked manufacturers in our field to offer dependable economy lines to high-end lines.

We interface with patients’ insurance companies and Medicare plans to make sure they get the biggest bang for their buck. We also offer financing and bundle into monthly payments the cost of the aids and maintenance.

Hearing decline is a very slow process. We often see people put off addressing it because they get stuck in the mindset they can get by. Or they tell us their friends complain about their aids so they’re not interested. This is a shame since every patient is unique. Their situation could be completely different from yours.

Bottom line? The reasons for getting hearing aids are much more compelling than the ones for not getting them. We can help.

Amanda’s Family Hearing is located at 1701 Mentor Avenue, Suite 5, in Painesville. Call 440-357-4327 or visit AmandasFamilyHearing.com for more information.