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I got hearing aids today. I've been having issues with my hearing for the past couple of years (I wear ear protection when I go shooting) and it finally culminated by my Ear-Nose-Throat specialist sending me to an audiologist, who tested my hearing and recommended hearing aids. So, my first reaction was that of denial -- no, I'm not getting older -- but I had to realize that in truth, I've aged quite a bit the last several years (I'm 66). I quit running marathons, and have accepted getting senior discounts in restaurants.  I'm quite sure there are a number of you who also wear hearing aids. I'd love to hear (pun intended) your experiences with them, tips, cautions, etc. Always trying to stay on the upbeat side of things, I've decided I'm going to wear them proudly. First of all, they are latest shizzle in technology: they are rechargeable, barely visible when worn, and -- get this -- are Bluetooth and Internet enabled. That means I can take telephone calls through them (and I already have), and can listen to streaming audio from my phone. I can see it now: I'm in some sleep-inducing meeting, and all I have to do is play some music on my phone. It also works with If This Then That (IFTTT now renamed to just IF), which would allow one to interact with other devices, and services, such as receiving notification when new email arrives, or sending an email when the battery gets low. Yes, I'm going forward as a tech warrior with enhanced ears! What about you? You can't truly call yourself "peaceful" unless you are capable of great violence. If you're not capable of great violence, you're not peaceful, you're harmless. NRA Benefactor/Patriot Member | ||
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No aids yet but my wife says my hearing is fading. I think its just as likely she trails off whilst talking and will not adequately pronounce her words. Be thankful you can afford and the tech exist to enhance your hearing. I'll be joining in a few years with the hearing aids as I just past 60. | |||
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Master-at-Arms |
There are tons worse things than getting hearing aids, like not hearing. The technology has come so far nowadays I'm certain they will be great. Like getting glasses for the first time, you don't know what your missing. I hear, no pun intended, they take getting used to, but you will be fine. Good luck... Foster's, Australian for Bud | |||
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Void Where Prohibited |
I've had mine for about five years now. I like being able to understand what my grandchildren are saying. "If Gun Control worked, Chicago would look like Mayberry, not Thunderdome" - Cam Edwards | |||
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Step by step walk the thousand mile road |
Speak up, whippersnapper! I canna hear ya!! Nice is overrated "It's every freedom-loving individual's duty to lie to the government." Airsoftguy, June 29, 2018 | |||
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My hearing has gotten so bad that I sometimes completely miss it when my wife tells me something. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. ------------------------------ "They who would give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety." - Benjamin Franklin "So this is how liberty dies; with thunderous applause." - Senator Amidala (Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith) | |||
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| Three Generations of Service  |
I need them badly, have for years, but can't bring myself to part with that much cash. Last time I checked, I fell into the VA's Catch 22 and made too much retirement to qualify. Be careful when following the masses. Sometimes the M is silent. | |||
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| 10mm is The Boom of Doom  |
Not there yet, but have the bifocals. God Bless and Protect the Once and Future President, Donald John Trump. | |||
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Membership has its privileges |
Better living through technology. Think how fortunate we are today, due to technology. Niech Zyje P-220 Steve | |||
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אַרְיֵה |
Ha! I have trifocals and hearing aids! הרחפת שלי מלאה בצלופחים | |||
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My first thought was, "How do you get hearing aids -- from a hummer?"  I'm a couple years beyond you, but my trouble started with gunfire and auto racing, resulting in a really bad case of tinnitus that covers up other sounds. -------------------------- Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. -- H L Mencken I always prefer reality when I can figure out what it is. -- JALLEN 10/18/18 | |||
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Waiting for Hachiko |
I am glad for the OP, just don't forget and wear them in the shower. That is my case also, severe tinnitus in both ears, that overwhelms what hearing I have left. I just don't think hearing aids would benefit me with this tinnitus. But I have perfected my "Huh?". 美しい犬 | |||
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I really enjoy my quiet world! | |||
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| Too old to run, too mean to quit! |
I have been wearing the aids for probably 8 years. Reminder from my army time. First ones were miracle ear. Worked pretty well but were very expensive. Went in to have mine checked/adjusted and all they wanted to do was sell me a new set for just under $11,000, No freaking way. Decided to stop at Costco. Bought the best set of Phonak aids for less than I would have paid for ONE of the miracle ear. Costco provides total support, free adjustments, etc. They also have a "house brand" set for, AIR, about $1600. I asked the technician about them and she said they were pretty good. My suggestion for hearing aids is Costco. Have not been there for a while, but they probably have all that fancy stuff now, too. Elk There has never been an occasion where a people gave up their weapons in the interest of peace that didn't end in their massacre. (Louis L'Amour) "To compel a man to furnish contributions of money for the propagation of opinions which he disbelieves and abhors, is sinful and tyrannical. " -Thomas Jefferson "America is great because she is good. If America ceases to be good, America will cease to be great." Alexis de Tocqueville FBHO!!! The Idaho Elk Hunter | |||
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| 10mm is The Boom of Doom |
Which tri-focal "layer" do you use for the front sight? God Bless and Protect the Once and Future President, Donald John Trump. | |||
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| Too old to run, too mean to quit! |
Go to Costco and have your ears checked and see if they can overcome your tinnitus. Elk There has never been an occasion where a people gave up their weapons in the interest of peace that didn't end in their massacre. (Louis L'Amour) "To compel a man to furnish contributions of money for the propagation of opinions which he disbelieves and abhors, is sinful and tyrannical. " -Thomas Jefferson "America is great because she is good. If America ceases to be good, America will cease to be great." Alexis de Tocqueville FBHO!!! The Idaho Elk Hunter | |||
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Be very careful with them at the range. Twice now, in the past two years, we have spent hours trying to find the little buggers out in the sand and grass. In both cases,two different shooters, the shooter just turned them off or down and shot without muffs. Recoil knocked them loose and out they came somewhere between the firing line and putting away the guns. One was found, the other was not. -------------------------------------------- You can't have no idea how little I care. | |||
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Wasn't there some bill in congress to relax regulations on who can sell hearing aids? There is no doubt that the industry is one of the greatest rip-offs of all time. Expect if that goes through, hearing aids will come way down in price. | |||
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| A day late, and a dollar short  |
I also recommend Costco for hearing aids, half the price what the ENT wanted. ____________________________ NRA Life Member, Annual Member GOA, MGO Annual Member | |||
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Won't pay the price, Tinnitus sucks, but at this point it can be a Godsend. I don't notice it until one of you basturds mentions it. _________________________________________________ "Once abolish the God, and the Government becomes the God." --- G.K. Chesterton | |||
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