Hearing Aid Fittings

45-Day Hearing Aid Fitting Process

Our Applied360 Fit program uses a comprehensive 45-day Best Practice fitting sequence to ensure your hearing aids are programmed precisely for your unique hearing loss.

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What Makes Applied360 Fit Different

If there is one thing that is more important than the hearing aids you use, it is the way that those hearing aids are fit and programmed. You could have the best, most advanced and most expensive hearing aids on the planet, and none of that would matter unless you had those hearing aids fit and programmed following comprehensive audiologic best practices.

This is exactly why we created Applied360 Fit—our comprehensive 45-day Best Practice fitting sequence designed to maximize your performance with hearing aids.

During these initial 45 days of hearing aid use, you will see your Doctor of Audiology four times for your initial hearing aid fitting, 1-week follow-up, 3-week follow-up, and 6-week follow-up appointments. Each appointment is structured using Best Practice procedures that have been proven by research to result in optimal treatment outcomes.

Your Applied360 Fit Journey: Four Strategic Appointments

Our Applied360 Fit program spans 45 days with four carefully planned appointments. Each visit builds upon the previous one, ensuring we optimize every aspect of your hearing aid performance.

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Initial Fitting (75 minutes)

We select the proper hearing aid dome style or fit you with custom earmolds, perform Real Ear Measurement to verify your hearing aids match your hearing loss prescription, set up wireless connectivity, and provide orientation to your new devices.

1-Week Follow-up

We review your performance and objective data logs, make programming adjustments based on your experiences, progress you closer to your full hearing loss prescription, and activate advanced digital features to improve performance.

3-Week and 6-Week Follow-ups

We continue fine-tuning based on real-world feedback, complete post-outcome assessments, initiate auditory training with the LACE AI Pro app, and ensure you're hearing your absolute best before transitioning to our Applied360 Thrive program.

Real Ear Measurement: The Foundation of Proper Programming

At your initial fitting, we perform Real Ear Measurement to verify that the amplification levels of your hearing aids are matching your hearing loss prescriptive targets. This verification is performed for average, loud, and soft level speech so you can optimize speech understanding in all situations.

Real Ear Measurement is the only scientifically validated way to confirm if your hearing aids are programmed correctly to your hearing loss prescription, which is why it's considered the foundation of a high-quality Best Practice hearing aid fitting.

Key Components of Our Applied360 Fit Program

Our Applied360 Fit program incorporates several essential verification procedures that distinguish our approach from standard hearing aid fittings. These key components work together to ensure your hearing aids are precisely tailored to your unique hearing needs and optimized for real-world performance. Each element has been carefully selected based on research-backed Best Practices to deliver consistent, superior results:

Real Ear Measurement verification for all speech levels

Four structured follow-up appointments over 45 days

Programming optimization based on real-world feedback

Experience the Applied360 Fit Difference

Our Applied360 Fit program is structured and detailed, following research-backed Best Practice procedures. We even have a detailed checklist of everything completed during this process that demonstrates our commitment to your success.

This methodical approach to hearing aid fitting is what sets us apart from other clinics and leads to consistently better outcomes for our patients. While many hearing aid users struggle with their devices due to improper programming, our patients benefit from precise, verified settings that are tailored specifically to their unique hearing needs and gradually optimized based on real-world experiences.

The investment of time in this process pays significant dividends in your hearing performance. Rather than the common "set it and forget it" approach used by many clinics, our comprehensive fitting protocol ensures that every aspect of your hearing aids' performance is fine-tuned for your specific needs. From speech clarity in quiet environments to understanding conversations in noisy restaurants, we address the full spectrum of listening situations you encounter in daily life.

By the end of the 45-day fitting sequence, you'll have confidence in your ability to hear in various environments and a clear understanding of how to get the most from your hearing technology. You'll then transition to our Applied360 Thrive program, which provides ongoing support to maintain your optimal hearing performance for years to come.

If you want to see the difference that our comprehensive Best Practice approach makes, check out our hundreds of patient reviews and testimonials. Ready to experience the Applied360 Fit difference for yourself? Contact us today at (602) 877-0000 to schedule your consultation with one of our expert audiologists.

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How long does the entire fitting process take?

The full Applied360 Fit program spans 45 days, with four structured appointments during this time. Each appointment builds on the previous one, allowing for adaptation and fine-tuning based on your real-world experiences with your new hearing aids.

Is it necessary to attend all four appointments?

Yes, each appointment in the sequence serves a specific purpose in optimizing your hearing aids. Skipping appointments can result in suboptimal performance. The 1-week, 3-week, and 6-week intervals are strategically timed to allow for adaptation between visits while ensuring timely adjustments.

What should I expect during the first few weeks with new hearing aids?

The initial adaptation period varies for everyone, but most people experience an adjustment phase as the brain learns to process sounds it hasn't heard in some time. You might notice environmental sounds seem louder at first. Our structured follow-up approach helps manage this adaptation process, making gradual adjustments as you become more comfortable.

How do you know when my hearing aids are programmed correctly?

We use Real Ear Measurement (REM) to objectively verify that your hearing aids are delivering the right amount of amplification for your specific hearing loss. This scientific verification method measures the actual sound output at your eardrum while you're wearing the hearing aids, ensuring they match your prescription targets for optimal speech clarity.

Can family members participate in the fitting process?

We highly encourage family members or communication partners to attend your appointments, especially the initial fitting. Having someone familiar with your communication needs provides valuable insights and helps them understand how to support your hearing journey. They can also help identify situations where you may still have difficulty hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Applied360 Fit

Many patients have questions about what to expect during the hearing aid fitting process. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive about our Applied360 Fit program and how it differs from standard hearing aid fittings.

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