Hearing Protection
Protect your ears during loud events by wearing hearing protection. Any properly worn hearing protection is helpful and can be purchased for less than $5.
Though slightly more expensive, special earplugs for musicians, which are designed to keep the quality of the music unchanged with them in, are also available. View a recommended pair.
How to effectively wear hearing protection
Using hearing protection properly can significantly reduce noise levels and the chances of damaging your ears. This video provides guidance on how to properly insert earplugs.
The image below from Mack’s Earplugs explains steps for properly inserting earplugs.
- Step 1: With clean hands, roll the plug into a tight, crease-free cylinder.
- Step 2: With the opposite hand, reach over your head and pull back on the outer ear to straighten the ear canal.
- Step 3: Quickly insert the earplug well into the ear canal and hold it in place until it expands for a comfortable, secure fit.
- Warning: Improper fitting will reduce effectiveness, which could result in hearing loss.
Hearing aids
Visit our hearing health page to learn more about hearing aids. We also recommend visiting Hearing Tracker for trusted hearing aid reviews.