In 2007, you fitted me with the latest Oticon Delta hearing aids.
I think only 3 visits to you were needed, for them to be tuned 100% to my hearing needs.
Happiness for many years with my improved hearing.
The aids are used at all times and all conditions, being fitted on getting out of bed in the morning and removing them last thing at night. They are only removed when showering, swimming, or using noisy power tools.
After 6 years, in 2012, I thought that my hearing was not as good as it used to be and had the amplification turned up, I think to maximum. That resulted in annoying feedback in confined spaces, such as the car. My wife also complained every time I put my hands near my ears!
You suggested trialling the new Phonak Audeo hearing aids, as technology had improved a lot, including an anti-feedback system, since I bought the Oticons’.
The sensation was similar to trying on new shoes in a shoe shop and looking at the old pair alongside.
After a few months use, I can say that I hear much more speech, even lower frequency, bird calls and other noises than I did with the old Oticons’, in all sorts of quiet and noisy environments.
The sound quality is better, with a greater range of tones.
A big plus is perspiration does not stop the aids operating, as used to happen.
Battery life is longer.
