Behind-the-Ear hearing aids are reliable and offer greater fitting flexibility. They fit comfortably behind the ear while amplified sound passed down a tube to a customized ear mold which fits in our ear. Because they are larger, can accommodate bigger batteries for longer life and larger amplifiers for maximum amplification.
ln-the-Ear hearing aids are smaller. These hearing aids are custom made and fit securely inside the ear. These instruments offer the right combination of appearance and afford ability to meet a variety of hearing losses.
ln-the-Canal hearing aids are custom made fit the size and shape of your ear canal. ITC aids offer a variety of amplification solutions that would have previously required larger instrument.
Completely-in-the-Canal
micro technologyallows this type of hearing aid to be worn deep inside the ear canal. They are almost invisible when worn. However, not everyone can wear a CIC. Consult your hearing health care professional to determine in this type of hearing aid is suitable foryou.
FAQ
What is Audiogram?
The audiogram is a standard way of graphically representing a person's hearing loss.
What are 'Digital' hearing aids?
A. Older (Analog) hearing aids were adjusted by screwdriver, digital aids are programmed with a computer. Digital hearing aids are like mini computers for your ears. Sounds are first converted to an electrical signal, then into digital code representing the intensities and frequencies of the original sound. The hearing aid then processes the code to meet an individual's specific hearing needs, Finally, it's converted back to an electrical signal and into sound, which is heard in the ear.
Q. Do 1 need one hearing aid or two?
A. If you have difficulty hearing with both ears you will almost certainly benefit from wearing a hearing aid in each ear. With two hearing aids you'll hear much better in background noise. lt will be easier to locate where a sound is coming from and easier to communicate in group situations.
Q. Do 1 have to wear my hearing aids all the time?
A. Hearing Professionals recommends you put your hearing aids in after your morning ablutions and remove them before bed. This allow you to get used to the sensation of hearing through your hearing aids. |