The Spring Festival is approaching, and many people have to take a plane home or travel. If you're a hearing aid user, you may have some questions: Can I wear hearing aids on a plane? Will hearing aids be affected by security equipment? Is it OK to place the hearing aid directly on the conveyor belt? ......Don't worry, this article will provide you with a detailed guide to make your flight journey smoother and more comfortable.
1 Can I wear hearing aids on a plane?
The answer is:Yes, but pay attention to some details.
First of all, hearing aids can be carried on the planeIt is not recommended to check it into avoid collision or loss in baggage. You can carry your hearing aids in a small box or bag, or in your hand luggage.
Secondly, hearing aids can be used normally on the aircraft and will not affect flight safety. However, when the plane is in the process of takeoff and landingForbiddenWhen using an RF transmitter, you need to turn off the wireless function of your hearing aid so that it is:Airplane mode。If you are not sure how to set the airplane mode, you can check the instructions or operating instructions of your hearing aids, or consult your hearing care professional.
Finally, when the plane takes off and lands, you better remove the hearing aids and avoid themBlockage of the external auditory canalcausedPressure inside and outside the eardrumVariations
Because the air pressure of the aircraft will change sharply when it rises and falls, resulting in negative pressure in the middle ear cavity, if the pressure on both sides of the eardrum is not balanced in time, it may cause aviation otitis media, which is mainly manifested as ear stuffiness, ear pain, hearing loss, tinnitus and other symptoms.
To alleviate this discomfort, you can pass:Chewing gum, eating a snack, and swallowing, evenPinch your nose and puff upetc., to maintain the pressure balance between the inside and outside of the middle ear.
2 Is it OK to place the hearing aid directly on the conveyor belt?
Placing your hearing aids on a conveyor belt may cause damage to your hearing aids. This is because of the conveyor beltX-ray machinewill be generated on the electronic components of the hearing aidInterference, resulting in hearing aidsDegraded or failed performance。Therefore, it is recommended that you remove your hearing aids when you go through security, put them in a small bag, and hold them in your hands. If your hearing aid is rechargeable, also be careful not to put it in your checked baggage as it may cause safety concerns.
3 What should I do if I encounter someone with a different language and accent on the plane?
When you meet people with different languages and accents, if you don't feel like you can hear clearly, you canTake the initiative to tellIf the other person is hard of hearing, ask them to speak louder or repeat it. You can also use someAuxiliary tools, such as mobile phones, notebooks, pen and paper, etc., for written communication.
4 How to wear hearing aids through security check and haulage?
When you go through security at the airport, youIt doesn't have to be deliberateRemoving the hearing aid will not affect the performance of the hearing aid. But, you're the bestInitiativeto the security personnelindicatesWear hearing aids and other assistive devices to avoid misunderstandings or unnecessary trouble.
If you need to tow your luggage, you can pack your hearing aid accessories (e.g. batteries, cleaning tools, spare earmolds, etc.) in your luggage, but take care to protect them from damage or loss. You can also take these accessories with you in case you need them.
5 What should I do if the aircraft is more susceptible to noise interference?
InBook ticketstimes, which can be sent to the airlineApplyAccessibility services, such as arranging seats near the front or emergency exits, so that the mouth shapes and gestures of the crew are more easily visible.
InBefore boarding, you can explain yourself to the airport staff or flight attendantsHearing conditionto ask them to communicate important information to you, in writing or in sign language, such as gate changes, flight times, safety instructions, etc.
InDuring the flight, hearing aids or cochlear implants can continue to be worn as they do not affect the aircraft's electronics. If you find it too noisy, you canWear earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones, or**With subtitlesand audio.
InBefore you travel, you can get yourself a hearing aid travel kit that includes:Spare batteries, chargers, drying boxes, adaptersetc. to prevent hearing aids from malfunctioning or getting wet.
That's it for a guide to using hearing aids on airplanes, I hope it will be helpful to you. I wish you a happy Chinese New Year and a happy journey!