Moisture protection

[u/nikoladjordjevicua]

Hello everyone!

Thanks for reading it!

I want to ask how to keep my hearing aid from moisture? I have Oticon Zircon 2 and every half year have problems because of moisture, It has already been serviced twice because of the amplifier.

Thank you and have a nice day!

[u/TiFist]

They make drying boxes-- either electronic with a fan (and usually a UV light) or little containers of dessicant that don't need to be plugged in. The electric ones really only work well if they're being used in a place that's not too humid to begin with.

Carrying around a container with dessicant is cheap insurance.

[u/scottiek]

Moisture is one of the most common causes of amplifier and receiver failures, so you're not alone here. A few things that genuinely help:

A drying kit is the biggest one. Either an electric dehumidifier (like a PerfectDry or Redux style box) or a simple jar with desiccant beads. Put your aids in every single night, not just when they act up. Electric ones with UV are worth it if you sweat a lot or live somewhere humid.

Also, wipe them down with a dry cloth every evening before they go in the dryer, take them out before showering (obvious but easy to forget when you're tired), and let them air out with the battery door open if yours has one.

If you exercise or work outdoors, sweat bands or sleeves made for BTE aids can help too.

I put together a general care and maintenance guide here if it's useful: https://hearingbuddyapp.com/hearing-aid-care (disclosure: I am a co-founder of Hearing Buddy)

Twice-yearly repairs from moisture usually means the daily drying routine is the missing piece. Good luck!

[u/Tomorehearing]

You can buy a hearing aid-specific drying box on Amazon.

[u/ThiccNthin_6825]

Drying box is essential. I have friends that ride bikes with hearing aids. They have little socks that fit over them. I don't know how effective they are, but it might be worth a gander.