Retubing your ear mould

The following instructions are for patients who are retubing their own ear mould. If you have any questions, please contact the Audiology Department.

• Your ear mould comes with a tube in place. This tube connects the ear mould to your hearing aid.

• You need to replace this tube every 4 to 6 months, as:

  • the tube hardens and discolours over time, reducing the quality of the sound travelling through it; and

  • wax can also block the tube, and replacing the tube may be the only way to clear the wax completely.

• If you are able to retube your own ear mould, please ask the Audiology Department for some replacement tubing.

• To retube your ear mould you will need:

  • scissors

  • pliers, and

  • replacement tubing.

• To retube your ear mould, please follow the seven steps below.

1. 
   Step 1: Remove the old existing tubing with your hand or pliers. Keep the removed tubing to use for sizing later on.
2. 
   Step 2: Use the replacement tubing, and carefully taper the edge of one side using a pair of scissors. Do not cut too close to the bend.
3. 
   Step 3: Thread the tapered tube into your ear mould.

1. 
   Step 4: Pull the tubing through your ear mould, so the remaining tubing is facing upwards.
2. 
   Step 5: Use a sharp pair of scissors, and carefully cut the tapered tubing flush with the end.
3. 
   Step 6: Use the removed tubing from step 1 as a guide to cut the new tubing to your exact and preferred length. Carefully cut it at the same length.
4. 
   Step 7: Reattach your hearing aid.

If you have any problems or issues fitting your new ear mould, please contact the Audiology Department.

• Audiology Department
  Telephone: 01227 864252
  Lines are open 10am to 12 noon, and 2pm to 4pm
  Email