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Types of Hearing Aides | Caring
for Your Hearing Aides
The most
popular types of hearing aids can be divided into four
categories:
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Completely-in-the-canal |
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In-the-canal |
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In-the-ear |
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Behind-the-ear |
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Completely-in-the-canal
(CIC)
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The
smallest hearing aid which is almost invisible in the ear.
These hearing aids are restricted to people with ear canals
large enough to accommodate the whole hearing aid.
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This
hearing aid is a bit larger than the Completely-in-the-Canal
type. This kind of hearing aid is normally used in cases of
mild to moderate hearing loss.
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In-the-Ear
hearing aid are larger, and therefore has more features. It
can also accommodate larger sound amplifiers. This type of
hearing aid is also easier to accommodate than the previous
two.
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The
electronics are housed in a case that is fitted behind the
ear. Because of their robust design, this type is especially
recommended for children.
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