20/12/2025
The $7,000 hearing aids gathering dust in your drawer aren't the problem.
I've seen it dozens of times: Someone buys the "best" hearing aids money can buy, wears them for a few weeks, then tosses them in a drawer forever.
Meanwhile, their neighbor is thriving with mid-tier devices they've worn religiously for three years.
What's the difference?
The fitting.
Here's what most people don't realize: A basic hearing aid properly fitted to YOUR unique hearing loss, YOUR lifestyle, and YOUR listening environments will outperform premium devices that were rushed through a cookie-cutter fitting process.
Think of it like prescription glasses. The frames don't matter if the prescription is wrong.
A comprehensive fitting includes:
✅ Real ear measurement (verifying the aids are programmed correctly for YOUR ears)
✅ Multiple follow-up adjustments and validation measures as your brain adapts
✅ Training on how to use them in challenging situations
✅ Ongoing support when life changes
The tech matters. But the professional guiding you through the process matters MORE.
Before you upgrade to the latest model, ask yourself: "Did I give my current hearing aids a fair chance with proper professional support?"
If the answer is no, you don't have a hearing aid problem. You have a fitting problem.
📍 Find a provider who uses best practices at https://www.hearingup.com
What questions do you have about hearing aid fittings? Drop them below. 👇
