Hearing aids offer numerous benefits—and a new study has reinforced the idea that these devices may help lengthen people’s lives.
In a study published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity, USC otolaryngologist Dr. Janet Choi tracked data from nearly 1,900 adults with hearing loss, who completed questionaries about their use of hearing aids.
The group that used hearing aids regularly had a 24% lower risk of mortality, compared to the group that never wore hearing aids.
The study does not prove hearing aids specifically lead to a longer life, and the key may be that regular use of these devices is also likely to reduce isolation, increase activity and decrease the risks of falls.
If you’ve been experiencing symptoms of hearing loss, schedule an appointment with the Evergreen Speech and Hearing team to get started with a personalized treatment plan.