E-Hearing Aids

Certain conditions and types of hearing loss do not permit the use of regular hearing aids that are worn in the ear canal. Patients with chronic ear infections, tumors in the ear canal or small ears may not be able to wear a device inside their ear. People suffering from conductive hearing loss or sensorineural hearing loss also may not benefit from in-the-canal (ITC) devices. Someone suffering from one of these issues would be eligible for bone conduction hearing aids. (more…)

Investing in a hearing aid is a decision that should not be taken lightly. There are many factors that need to be considered before purchasing an item that will be an integral part of your life for years to come. You need to decide what matters most to youthe quality, the price, the versatility, the lifespan? Check out the list of key factors you should research before you decide on the right hearing aid for you.

1. Your lifestyle: to find the best hearing aid for YOU, you need to take the type of life you lead into account. If you’re constantly on the go, you need a hearing aid that can adapt to the most demanding lifestyles. On the go buyers should look for Automatic Adaptive Directional Microphones, Wind Noise Manager, Data-Logging and Data Learning, and Bluetooth Support. Some recommended models are Phonak Exelia Art, ReSound Dot 2-30, or Siemens Pure 701. If you lead a life of leisure, you probably want a hearing aid with noise reduction and directional microphones and automatic volume and listening programs. Recommended aids for you include Phonak Audeo SMART V, ReSound Dot 2-20, or Siemens Pure 501. If you feel you’re a mix between the two lifestyles, a value and function hearing aid such as the Phonak Audeo Smart III or ReSound Dot 2-10 may be right for you. (more…)

If you’re looking to purchase a new hearing aid or even your first one ever, know that there are a number of styles created to fit your needs. One of the more traditional styles is the behind-the-ear (BTE) device. This particular style is a bit more noticeable because it fits along the outside of the ear, but can still be easily concealed if discreetness is important to you. A major benefit of the BTE style is its flexibility. It is easy to adjust for just the right fit so you won’t be constantly readjusting for better comfort. BTE hearing aids vary in the placement of the receiver. Some have a receiver in the ear canal (RIC), while others have a receiver that sits in the outer part of the canal. BTE devices often provide more amplification because they have a larger amplifier and battery. (more…)