Check to make sure you have a fresh battery in your device and replace the battery regularly as needed. The most common reason for a hearing aid to sound weaker or dead is that it is clogged with wax or debris. If your hearing aid has a wax guard, try replacing it with a new one. If you have cleaning tool (brush or pick), clean both the microphone and receiver (speaker).<\/p>\n
Problem: Whistling or Feedback<\/strong><\/p>\n Make sure the device is properly inserted into your ear canal. If it is still creating feedback, you may have blockage of wax or debris in your ear canal, or the device may not be fitting properly.<\/p>\n Problem: The Hearing Aid is Slipping out of your Ear<\/strong><\/p>\n Schedule an appointment with your hearing aid provider to determine if a different size or style is necessary.<\/p>\n Problem: The Hearing Aid is Uncomfortable or Painful<\/strong><\/p>\n Check to see that you have the hearing aid properly inserted into the ear. It may be due to wax buildup in the ear canal.<\/p>\n If the discomfort persists, you may need the hearing aid shell to be modified or remade for a better fit.<\/p>\n If your hearing aid is still not performing properly, it may be time to schedule an appointment with your hearing aid provider or contact the clinic for a drop off with our hearing aid technician<\/p>\n For video tutorials regarding cleaning, inserting\/removing, charging and user guides, visit Resound\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n For video tutorials regarding cleaning, inserting\/removing, charging and user guides, select the link below.<\/p>\n Review videos<\/a> and user guides regarding cleaning, inserting\/removing and charging your devices.<\/a><\/p>\nNext Steps<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nIn-the-Ear (ITE) Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n
Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Aids<\/h2>\n