Five styles of hearing aids
are currently available. Three types contains all the circuitry, microphone, battery, etc., inside a shell that goes inside the ear: Completely-in-the-Canal (CIC), In-the-Canal (ITC), and In-the-Ear (ITE). The other two styles, Behind-the-Ear (BTE) and Open Fit BTE, are encased in a shell that rests behind the ear. These styles also have a connection to an ear piece that goes inside the ear.
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.
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