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Wearing masks with over the ear hearing side

Hearing Loss | Last Active: Nov 23, 2021 | Replies (66)

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@julieo4

I made some cloth masks for myself with ties. After experimenting with the ties, I found that using grosgrain ribbon works well. If you have a cloth mask, try removing the elastic and sewing on ribbons. When wearing it, works best if you tie the bottom ties first, pull it up over your face, then tie the top ties. Some people have created 'button bands' that connect the elastic at the back of the head, or have even used paper clips to connect the elastic bands. This is a real issue for people who use hearing aids. I know a couple who have lost hearing aids when pulling off the standard masks. Check Etsy.com Many creative people are coming up with options. Good luck!

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The use of neck gaiters is another way to avoid the ears and those valuable hearing aids.. Neck Gaiters are a tube of double or triple cloth that is worn around the neck and then pulled up over your mouth and nose ...not coming close to your ears... There have not been many good studies on the effectiveness of these.. as the vary a lot depending on construction... Try this website.. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/reviewedcom/2020/07/30/neck-gaiters-vs-face-masks-they-effective/5544515002/