Know your options & Cost
Speaking with an audiologist is essential to choosing the right aid to improve your hearing. Audiologists [2] are specialists that are licensed to diagnose and treat hearing disorders. Following a physical test, an audiologist will review your results and recommend available treatment options based on your medical history and other additional diagnostic tests. Treatment options may include auditory training, cochlear implants [3], hearing aids or even ear surgery.
Getting a hearing aid will require budgeting and planning according to your income. The cost of hearing aids varies widely. Professional fees, hearing aid accessories, remote controls may cost extra. You don’t want to spend your money on any pretty looking hearing aid you see. Costly doesn’t always mean quality, in fact that’s relative, a more expensive model may just have fancy features you don’t need. Talk to your audiologist about your needs and expectations.