A digital hearing aid contains at least one microphone for picking up sound, a computer chip to process and amplify it, a speaker to send the signal to your ear and a battery. You’ll find all these components when looking for hearing aids in Jupiter, FL. However, you will have a choice in how these components are packaged. It’s important to find a style that is best for your lifestyle.
In the Ear (ITE) Style Hearing Aids
The primary style of hearing aids is called in the ear. Some of these types are nearly invisible because they sit inside your ear, while others fill the entire bowl of the ear. The types of ITE devices include:
In the Canal Styles
Invisible-in-the-canal and completely-in-the canal hearing aids are the smallest of all styles. They fit deep inside the ear canal and usually correct mild to moderate hearing loss. In-the-canal styles sit in the outer bowl of the ear making them extremely comfortable and easy to use. Low profile devices are designed to fill half the outer ear to the entire outer ear. These tend to be larger and easier to handle for people who may have dexterity issues.
Behind the Ear Styles
Some people prefer behind the ear styles since they are easier to handle. Mini behind-the-ear hearing aids in Jupiter, FL, fit snuggly behind the ear with a thin tube routing sounds into the ear. Receiver-in-the-ear or a receiver-in-the canal styles have a speaker built into the tip, rather than the main body of the piece. The speaker is situated closer to the eardrum and can be beneficial for correcting hearing loss. Behind-the-ear devices with earmolds can help correct any extreme of hearing loss, from mild to profound. They are longer and contour behind the ear. They usually have more features than other types of hearing aids in Jupiter, FL.
Talk to a professional today about the best style of hearing aid to choose for your busy lifestyle by visiting the Village Hearing Centers website.
