Your brain can be benefited by dealing with your hearing loss. At least, that’s according to a new study by a team of analysts from the University of Manchester. These analysts looked at a team of around 2000 individuals over the course of nearly 2 decades (1996 to 2014). The striking results? Dementia can be slowed by as much as 75% by treating hearing loss.

That’s a considerable figure.

But is it actually that surprising? That’s not to detract from the importance of the finding, of course, this is an important statistical correlation between the fight against dementia and the treatment of hearing loss. But the information we already have coordinates with these findings: treating your hearing loss is imperative to slowing dementia as you get older.

What Does This Research on Dementia Mean For me?

You can’t always trust the information provided in scientific studies because it can frequently be inconsistent. There are many unrelated causes for this. Because here’s the bottom line: this new study is yet further proof that suggests neglected loss of hearing can result in or exacerbate mental decline including dementia.

So what does this mean for you? It’s very simple in several ways: you need to set up an appointment with us as soon as possible if you’ve noticed any hearing loss. And, if you require a hearing aid, you should absolutely begin using that hearing aid as advised.

When You Use Them Regularly, Hearing Aids Can Forestall Dementia

Sadly, when most people are prescribed with hearing aids, they don’t always instantly get into the habit of using them. Some of the reasons why are:

• You’re worried about how hearing aids look. You’d be amazed at the variety of models we have available nowadays. In addition, many hearing aid styles are designed to be very discreet.
• The hearing aid doesn’t feel like it works as advertised. Many people need to have their settings adjusted, and calibration problems are definitely something that can be addressed by our hearing specialists.
• It’s difficult to understand voices. In many cases, it takes time for your brain to adjust to recognizing voices again. We can recommend things to do to help make this process easier, such as reading along with an audiobook.
• The hearing aid isn’t feeling as if it fits well. If you are suffering from this issue, please give us a call. We can help make it fit better.

Obviously wearing your hearing aids is important to your health and future cognitive abilities. If you’re having difficulties with any of the above, get in touch with us for an adjustment. Sometimes the answer will take time or patience, but working with your hearing professional to make sure your hearing aids are working for you is a part of the process.

And taking into consideration these new findings, dealing with your hearing loss is more important than it ever was. Hearing aids are defending your hearing health and your mental health so it’s crucial to be serious about treatment.

Dementia And Hearing Aids, What’s The Connection?, What’s The Connection?

So why are these two conditions dementia and hearing loss even connected in the first place? Analysts themselves aren’t completely certain, but some theories are associated with social solitude. When dealing with loss of hearing, some people seclude themselves socially. Yet another theory concerns sensory stimulation. All senses generate activity in the brain, and some experts theorize that losing stimulation can result in cognitive decline over a period of time.

You hear better with a hearing aid. Offering a natural defense for your brain against cognitive decline and helping to keep your brain active. That’s why a connection between the two shouldn’t be surprising and why hearing loss treatments can slow down dementia by as much as 75%.