How Your Hearing Can Help You Stay on Your Feet
We usually think of a hearing test as something we do to make sure we can hear clearly. What many people don’t realise is that taking care of your hearing can also help keep you steady on your feet.
A recent study published in The Lancet Public Health found that older adults who received hearing interventions, including hearing assessments, advice, and hearing aids experienced fewer falls over three years compared to those who didn’t. The number of falls dropped by around 27% for people who had hearing care. That’s a significant difference, especially when falls can lead to injuries, hospital visits, and a loss of independence.
Hearing helps with spatial awareness, letting us pick up sounds around us, like traffic, footsteps, or other cues in our environment. When hearing is impaired, the brain works harder to process sounds, which can make it more difficult to notice what’s happening nearby, increasing the risk of tripping or falling. Essentially, our ears are part of how we stay aware of our surroundings, and supporting them can help support our stability.
It’s also interesting to note that the study focused on adults with untreated hearing loss. This highlights an important point: even mild changes in hearing can have wider effects on health and safety. Many people don’t realise that going for a hearing test isn’t just about improving what you hear, it can also help maintain your independence and confidence in daily life.
How Blackberry Hearing Can Help
At Blackberry Hearing, our Audiologists are here to help. From routine checks to personalised advice and hearing aids, we focus on supporting your hearing in a way that fits your lifestyle. Even small improvements can make a difference to your awareness, balance, and overall wellbeing.
Alongside hearing care, there are simple things you can do to reduce your risk of falls: keep walkways clear at home, make sure your shoes fit well, and stay active with regular exercises that improve strength and balance. Combining these steps with hearing care can help you stay safer and more confident on your feet.
If you’ve noticed changes in your hearing, it’s worth getting checked. Drop by one of our clinics located in Tesco stores or give us a call, we’d be happy to help you protect your hearing, your balance, and your independence.
