How to Prevent Hearing Loss?

Reducing hearing loss
Over time, you can adapt to loud noises, but your brain and ears don't. You may lose your hearing gradually and not notice it until the damage is irreversible. Here are some hearing tips that can help protect your hearing now.

1. Use headphones
Special shapes or ear tires are economic and easy to use to make noise. Working at a consistent level during the day can be worn to reduce hearing loss. If you do not leave the position, interfere with yourself.

2. Reduce the volume
If you want your TV, radio, or streaming device to scream, turn it off. Please do not use this item to mute other background sounds. If you're listening through headphones and the person next to you can hear it, it might be too loud.

3. Follow the 60:60 rule
Listen to music at 60% or less of maximum volume for less than 60 minutes per day. Many streaming devices that use Bluetooth have a smart volume feature that lets you control the volume. 

4. Buy noise-canceling headphones
Noise-canceling headphones block out background noise so you can hear your music, movies, and phone calls better. This allows you to use the bottom volume and rest in your ears.

5. Use of hearing protectors at live events
Earplugs and hats can reduce noise levels by 15 to 35 decibels. Many events sell locally if there is no event or if you are away from home. When you get there, stay away from speakers or fireworks. Sudden noise can quickly damage it. 

6. Wear hearing protection at work
A noisy work environment can negatively affect your hearing and overall health. Speak to someone in Human Resources. Ask if you can turn down the noise. Otherwise, ask for hearing protection.

7. Don't put anything in your ears
In general, don't put anything smaller than your elbow in your ear. These include cotton swabs, paper clips, needles, keys, or anything you can use to scratch or clean your ears. 

8. Dial the sound back into the car
Listening to loud music in a closed space increases the risk of damage to the hair cells in the ear. If the window is closed, turn down the volume. It's nice to feel the wind in your hair while driving with the windows down, but the noise it creates can contribute to hearing loss. If you are driving at high speed, it is a good idea to keep the windows open.

9. Keep moving
When you exercise, blood flows through your body, including your ears. Good circulation helps maintain oxygen levels and keep the inner ear healthy. If you go to a training session, give your ears a rest after the session.

10. Avoid using earplugs
Although less noticeable than traditional headphones, the headphones do not effectively block out background noise. This may tempt you to turn up the volume, which can damage your hearing. Inserting too much or too long can hurt the ear.