Faqs on Hearing Aid Accessories

I would like to enquire as to what is currently accepted as the most useful with soft headbands for bone conduction hearing aids? Is it best to buy a fabric headband, and attach the bone conduction aid with velcro? Are there any companies that provide suc

What would create a sticky film to migrate into hearing aid cases from the battery?

Every package of RAYOVAC L13ZA-8 batteries that I open shows maximum voltage of 1.38 volts instead of 1.4 volts as listed on the package. Why is this? Why don't the batteries read 1.4 volts? My hearing aid fades away at about 1.31 volts. The additional .

I would like to find out the effects of the following on the performance or operation of zinc air cells: the effect of ambient conditions as the result of air pollution, and the effect of temperature and relative humidity (when it is below or above the sp

How can you prevent or keep the hearing aids and ears from having a very awful smell?

I have been keeping my hearing in a small zip-loc bag with 4 or 5 desiccant packets from various sources. I was wondering if it is safe to keep the battery in the bag as well, removed from the battery compartment of course, to keep moisture levels down.

I have a patient who is a flight attendant. She complains that her hearing aid batteries have a short life when she flies. Is this possible, and why?

Please tell me the best way to clean and disinfect hearing aids? And, what can you tell me about the transmission of disease via hearing aids? Thanks.

How long should batteries last in my digital CIC hearing aid? My brother gets 7 days with his and I only get 3. Why is that? Is there something I am doing wrong or something I should do differently?

I wear In-the-Ear (ITE) hearing aids. How should I keep them clean? Is there a recommended cleaning protocol for everyday use and is it OK to use some sort of hand wipes?

My hearing loss group wants information about decorative jewelry for BTE hearing aids and decorative covers. If you have any information, it would be greatly appreciated.

My hearing loss group wants information about decorative jewelry for BTE hearing aids and decorative covers. If you have any information it would be appreciated.

I wear In-the-Ear hearing aids. How should I keep them clean? I know I am not supposed to get them wet, but can I use hand wipes?

After I take the tab off my battery, do I have to use it right away? If not, should I put the tab back on?

My hearing aid has been sent back to the manufacturer for repair three times in the last year and a half. Each time it comes back, the manufacturer reports that the problem was earwax. Is this possible? If so, what can I do to prevent this problem from

I am working with a 17 year old who plays hockey and would like to wear his hearing aids on the ice. Can you advise on how best to manage moisture and potential for damage?

How long does a hearing aid battery last, and does it differ from size to size?

Is there currently available a battery operated, electronic dry aid kit. Summer camps are hot & sweaty, but hearing aid performance is vital. There are no electrical outlets at Scout Camp! Any suggestions?

Can I put my hearing aid in the dry aid kit with the battery inside?

What can I do to make my hearing aid battery last as long as possible?

I have difficulty placing my batteries in my hearing aid. Do you have any suggestions?

My hearing aid batteries rust even with one day of use. As a live-alone person with a profound hearing loss, I wear my hearing aids 24 hours per day. I would have to have two sets of hearing aids to dry them out in a drying box.Do you know of a ba

Is there an electronic stethoscope you can recommend for a canal aid user other than one that utilizes a headset? Headsets seem to alienate other staff and patients as well. Are there any other choices of stethoscopes to use with my hearing aids in plac

Is it true that the battery testers are not accurate for testing zinc-air batteries?

What is the frequency of hearing aid repair for new hearing aids manufactured in the USA? What are the primary sources of hearing aid failure?