Getting hearing aids for the first time, updating to new hearing aid technology, or adapting to new hearing aid settings is different for everyone, but it typically only takes 5 days or so to adapt to your new hearing aid technology. In this video from Houston and Lake Jackson audiologist, Jana Austin, Au.D. of Allison Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, P.C. describes what to expect the first week when you've been fit with new hearing aids. She recounts what to expect Days 1 & 2, Days 3 & 4, and Days 5 through 7. If you have recently been fit with new hearing aids, this is a great introduction to your new technology.

Days 1 & 2: :31.
Importance of Being Full-Time Wearer: 1:16
Days 3 & 4: 1:32
Days 5 & 7: 1:51
Importance of Verification, Real Ear Measures, and Speech Mapping: 2:37
Helpful Tips for New Users: 2:56

For a helpful new-user handout, visit https://allisonaudiology.com/blog/ada... For additional information on hearing loss, hearing aids, and hearing help in general, visit Allison Audiology at https://allisonaudiology.com