Types
of Hearing Aids
Four styles of hearing
aids are currently available. Three types are worn in the ear: Completely-in-the-Canal
(CIC), In-the-Canal (ITC), and In-the-Ear (ITE); and Behind-the-Ear (BTE).
In CIC, ITC and ITE hearing aids, the receiver, microphone and amplifier are
contained in a shell which is worn in the ear. Completely-in-the Canal aids
are the newest and smallest model available. They fit deep inside your ear canal
so that they're practically invisible. In-the-Canal aids are small enough to
fit almost entirely in your ear canal, making them hardly noticeable. In-the-Ear
aids fit within your outer ear and are the most widely recommended hearing aid
style.
We offer a wide selection of these custom-made hearing aids, including a variety
of sizes and circuit options.
Advantages of CIC, ITC and ITE aids:
- Inconspicuous and comfortable:
invisible to hardly visible when worn, ideal for use during sports activities,
exercise and at work.
- Good directional hearing
In BTE hearing aids, the receiver, microphone and amplifier are contained in
a unit which is worn behind the ear. The sound is carried from the receiver
(loudspeaker) via the ear hook and a flexible plastic tube, to the earmold that
is worn in the ear canal.
We offer a comprehensive range of BTE hearing aids in a variety of circuit options.
Our wide selection of amplifier types and parameters allows us to optimally
meet your amplification needs.
Advantages of a BTE aid:
- Versatile:
a wide range of applications ranging from mild to severe hearing loss
- Easy to handle:
easy battery replacement, easy to use and wear
- Very comfortable to wear
- fits securely behind the ear
- Good directional hearing
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