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Southport & Ormskirk Hearing Aid Information Booklet “We aim to continually provide professional and innovative Audiology services in a friendly and caring environment by a dedicated and supported team.” WE HEAR YOU...
Southport and Ormskirk Opening Times Contents Available Appointment Times Introduction Southport & Ormskirk Audiology Department – 8:00am to 18:00pm Your hearing aid Formby Clinic – Thursdays 9:00am – 17:00pm Sandy Lane Clinic – Tuesdays 13:45pm – 17:00pm Types of hearing loss All appointments should be booked via the Audiology Department Hearing aids Frequently asked questions...
Introduction Your new hearing aid Congratulations on getting your hearing aid(s), the first All hearing aids supplied by the NHS are highly advanced, digital aids. Your hearing aid has been programmed electronically to take into step towards better hearing. There is no doubt that, with account your individual prescription.
Types of hearing loss Audiogram of familiar sounds Mild You may have difficulty following speech, especially in noisy situations. This type of loss is often noticed by family first rather than the patient. FREQUENCY IN CYCLES PER SECOND (Hz) 1000 2000 4000 8000...
Hearing aids If your hearing is suitable, you will be offered digital hearing A hearing aid cannot give you perfect hearing but they should aids. This means that they are programmed with a computer to help you to hear everyday sounds like clocks ticking, birds a prescription suitable for your loss.
Frequently asked questions Will I have normal hearing with hearing aids in? How do I get used to wearing a hearing aid? By wearing the hearing aids you are teaching yourself to listen again. No, the hearing aids can only work with the hearing that you have left. When your hearing deteriorates it takes time to get used to all the new It will sound strange to start off with, but with perseverance it will sound background noises and hearing speech can be strange to start with.
The upper and lower limit is indicated when you hear several beeps in succession. When you hear the beeps you cannot adjust the volume any further. Opening and closing the battery drawer will reset the volume to the mid-point. Rocker Push Signia Your battery size is: Switch Button Other...
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Using the telephone Programs Leave your hearing aid in your Your Audiologist will discuss the choice of programs and how they may ear and working normally. benefit you In different listening environments. Put the telephone receiver to Program 1 One Beep the hearing aid towards the top of your ear as shown in Program 2...
Communications tactics Here are some tactics your family and friends can use to help you If you are experiencing hear more easily. It may be helpful to introduce them to your difficulties communicating family and friends. with a particular person or Use plain language in a specific situation, the Keep your voice at a normal...
The patient journey Referred by GP into Hearing assessment and fitting within Adult Hearing Service 4 weeks of referral. For mould fittings patient returns for second appointment Assessment appointment, assesment and fitting Follow-Up within 10 weeks Fitting of hearing aid fitting Follow Up Aftercare includes batteries, After Care...
General notes on safety Choking hazard posed by small parts. Your hearing aids are sensitive to extreme heat, high humidity, strong magnetic fields, x-rays and mechanical stress. • Keep batteries, hearing aids and accessories out of children’s reach. • Do not expose your hearing aid to extremes in temperature or humidity. •...
What to do if the aid stops working Has your hearing aid stopped amplifying sound? Remember to: • Turn the aid off and on again. You may have accidentally altered the If none of this solves the program or volume. This should reset the aid. Turn OFF and ON problem, take the aid back •...
Repair service Hearing aid enquiries For basic repairs and servicing, please phone the department to make an appointment. All hearing aid enquiries are dealt with centrally at Southport and Ormskirk NHS Hospital What is a repair? • Check hearing aid is working correctly Please call: •...
Battery replacement service* * Postal Service The Southport and Ormskirk NHS Trust offer battery collection Service at the following sites; For batteries and accessories, simply call either department and speak to a member of the Audiology Team or leave an ansa-machine SEFTON WEST LANCASHIRE message stating clearly who you are and what you need.
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