When you think of ear plugs, you probably imagine being at a concert, a sporting event, or somewhere that involves a lot of noise. While custom moulded ear plugs can be used for all of those events and situations, did you know that you ought to be wearing ear plugs while you sleep, too?

Some will disagree that ear plugs for sleep aren’t the best idea. How are you supposed to hear what’s going on around you? Well, you don’t want to hear anything so that your body can get a better night’s rest.

In this article, Audiology Innovations is going to share why you should sleep with custom moulded ear plugs. If you’re interested in getting your own pair of ear plugs, or simply want to take a hearing test, you can visit one of our locations, or give us a call today.

6 HEALTH REASONS TO WEAR CUSTOM EAR PLUGS WHILE YOU SLEEP

Did you know that a sleep report from 2006 showed that low-quality sleep lead to more serious health concerns? Here are six examples:

• Depression
• Obesity
• Heart attacks
• Diabetes
• Strokes
• High blood pressure

As we age, we become more susceptible to health concerns that we can help prevent by simply getting a better night’s rest. Another sleep report from 2012 linked lack of sleep to inflammation and reduce immune function. How much longer will you go without sleep?

When to Get Custom Moulded Ear Plugs for Sleeping

Your sleep quality is trackable and measurable. Start tracking how well your body is actually sleeping at night with a bracelet, ring, or app. Once you have some actual data, you can then judge if it is time to consider adjusting your sleep habits.

Another way to tell if you should give your hearing specialist a call is if you feel tired, exhausted, or irritable due to lack of sleep. What’s more, your general physician may recommend that you get more sleep. At this time, you will want to consider custom moulded ear plugs.

Finally, consider your sleep environment. If you or your partner sleep with the television on, the area near your sleep environment is loud, or you are a light sleeper, it may be time to consider night time ear plugs. A common sleep disrupter is noise. The sound of a television, whether it be a familiar movie or infomercials, keeps your brain awake while you try to sleep. What’s more, the sound of vehicles, the city, or other noises can keep parts of your brain alert, robbing you of quality sleep.

AUDIOLOGY INNOVATIONS: YOUR AUDIOLOGIST IN CALGARY

If you’re having trouble sleeping, it may be time to consider custom moulded ear plugs. You can give us a call to schedule a complimentary consultation at your earliest convenience. If you want to sleep better, now, then let us know sooner rather than later. Our custom ear plugs are top-quality and will give you an evening of silence. Call one of our locations today!