Counselling :
Detailed explanation of the audiogram:
- Lifestyle Analysis to understand the user’s diverse needs and facilitate the selection of appropriate hearing aids
- Role of the family members is pivotal in the success of hearing aid usage, recognizing this we involve family members in the process of selection fitting & fine tuning of hearing aids.
- In-depth discussion about the challenges faced by friends and family members when communicating with a hearing-impaired individual in the family
- Exploration of various types of hearing aids, including detailed technical information, advantages, and disadvantages to aid informed decision-making
Hearing Aid Trial & Fitting :
Our extensive hearing aid trials commence with patient education about hearing, hearing loss, and hearing aid technology, aiming to enhance the quality of life through improved hearing. At every stage of this trial, our goal is to empower the patient, enabling them to make informed decisions about device selection. Selection of hearing aids is followed by programming the devices based on the severity and type of hearing loss, and further fine-tunned with inputs from the user experience regarding clarity and comfort of sound. Different protocols and methods are utilized with young children.
Hearing aid trial for adults:
- Providing a trial of selected hearing aids.
- Verifying the benefits of the hearing aid using various word and sentence lists.
Hearing aid trial for children:
- Conducting Behavioral Observation Audiometry with the hearing aids for very young children.
- Performing an Aided Audiogram with the hearing aids for older children.
Support and Guidance for Hearing Aid Users:
At Shruti Hearing Care, we believe that wearing a hearing aid should be easy, enabling independent usage. To achieve this, we provide:
- Demonstration and practice sessions.
- Instructions on wearing and removing the hearing aid.
- Guidance on inserting and removing the battery.
- Explanation of buttons and controls for volume and memory changes.
- Training on using a dry kit and cleaning tools.
- An explanation of the importance of auditory training for effective hearing aid use.
- Follow-up sessions for fine-tuning whenever required.
- Short instructional videos for demonstration.
Care and Maintenance of Hearing Aids:
At Shruti Hearing Care, we prioritize patient education and self-empowerment. Users and their families should confidently manage day-to-day care for smooth, hassle-free functioning, and prolonged device lifespan. Essential care instructions, outlined below, are explained and demonstrated to all users and their families:
- Handle your hearing aids with care.
- Wipe your hearing aids using a dry cloth or soft tissue paper.
- Keep your devices away from water.
- Safely store your hearing aids and use a dry kit every night.
- Routinely clean off earwax and replace the wax filter promptly.
- Ensure proper care for the batteries, changing them frequently for optimal performance.