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WHAT ARE THE FUNCTIONS OF HEARING AIDS?

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  When you are in the market for   hearing aids ,  style and price are among the factors to consider. The main core features of the hearing aid are also factors that you need to focus on. For example, if you have tinnitus, you must choose a hearing aid that has tinnitus adaptation features. The following is a list of key features you should consider when purchasing a hearing aid. Functions Description Suitable for the croud Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine learning and neural networks help hearing aids learn how to understand sound and process it in a beneficial way. Many digital hearing aids include processors that can take advantage of this technology and automatically adapt sound processing and amplification to environmental sounds. Anyone Noise reduction function Program noise reduction to eliminate reverberation, wind noise, etc., and to enhance the speech of background sounds. This partially overlaps with the AI function, but it does not automatically adapt to changing enviro

WHICH HEARING AID IS BEST FOR YOU?

There is no one   hearing aid   that works for all people, so there is no absolute best hearing aid in the world. But there are hearing aids that are best for your current situation and that will fit you and your unique needs. There are usually several factors that can help you determine the best hearing aid for you, and taking all of these factors into consideration can determine which hearing aid will best meet your needs. Factors that are generally considered by many people include.   Your level of hearing loss Over time, it is not uncommon for people to lose some hearing in the HF as they age. But hearing loss is complex and unique to each person and can change over time. And because even mild hearing loss is associated with cognitive decline, all hearing loss, regardless of age, should be treated with hearing aids or other measures. For people with mild to moderate hearing loss, a wider range of hearing aids will be available. However, people with severe hearing loss must use spec

WHY ARE MY HEARING AIDS SO EXPENSIVE?

People often complain about why my   hearing aids   are so expensive, even avoiding the latest Apple phones. Here, I take you through the required production costs of hearing aids so that you can better understand the common reasons why hearing aids are expensive.   How much do hearing aids cost? While the average cost of a hearing aid varies widely, it is typically $2,300 per ear, with the highest priced hearing aids costing between $4,000 and $6,000 per ear. Pricing for most hearing aids not only covers the hearing device itself, but also includes an initial consultation, accessories and after-sales service. For many hearing aids, warranties are offered, although some last only one year. It is important to know at the time of purchase whether these additional services are included in the total cost, or whether you will pay for them separately. What’s most important is that audiologists recommend ensuring you are buying a quality device. With your hearing aid, it’s something you’ll we

HOW DO YOU CARE FOR YOUR BTE HEARING AIDS AT HOME ON A ROUTINE BASIS LIKE A PRO?

BTE hearing aids are pricey devices for the general public, so learning how to clean and maintain them at home is a good practice to extend their life. Compared to most electronics, hearing aids are used in a more demanding environment. Here is a list of  BTE  hearing aid  care things you can do every day to help keep your hearing aids working properly.If you have any questions about hearing aids, please feel free to contact us through medical12@spiethgroup.com for help.   BTE Hearing Aid Care Checklist Daily ●Using a battery tester, check the battery.  Replace the old battery with a new one immediately if the battery is low or does not work at all. Leaving old batteries in your hearing aid can lead to corrosion, which can be severe enough to cause the hearing aid to stop working. Therefore, it is a good idea to carry a spare battery with you to prevent the hearing aid from suddenly running out of power and not working. ●Examine the microphone connector for debris (dirt, wax). If block

BTE VS. RIC HEARING AIDS: WHICH ONE IS MORE SUITABLE FOR ME?

If you have started thinking about purchasing an additional medical device that will help you hear, it is absolutely normal to worry about which one to choose and which one to keep.There are several types of hearing aids available on the market today, but the two most popular types are  receiver-in-the-canal  (RIC) and  behind-the-ear  (BTE) hearing aids. Although these two styles look similar in appearance and have some similar features and benefits, having a few critical differences sets them apart.   Similarities between  BTE  hearing aids and  RIC  hearing aids RIC and BTE hearing aids both have a hard case or housing which is located behind the ear. The case houses most (or in some cases all) of the hearing aid’s electronic components, such as the microphone, amplifier, digital chip and speaker. The two styles also come with a headset placed in an earbud, which can be either a custom ear cup or a non-custom ear dome. The headset is connected to the hearing aid via a tube, ear hook

SEVEN THINGS YOU NEED TO PAY ATTENTION TO BEFORE YOU BUY A HEARING AID

If you are currently planning to purchase   hearing aids , here are some considerations for a smooth purchase of the right hearing aid for you.   Go for a physical exam. Going to your doctor to exclude correctable causes of hearing loss, such as ear wax or infection. And get your hearing tested by an audiologist (hearing specialist).   Seek a recommendation from a reputable audiologist. Ask your doctor for a referral if you don’t know a good audiologist. An audiologist will evaluate your hearing, assist you in selecting the most suitable hearing aid and adjust the device to match your needs. If you have hearing loss in both ears, you can get the best results with two hearing aids.   Inquire about a probation period. Hearing aids are often available for a trial period. Allow some time for you to get used to the device and make a decision about whether it is appropriate for you. Have your audiologist put the trial cost in writing, whether that amount is included in the final cost of the

HOW DO I HANDLE FEEDBACK SOUNDS FROM MY HEARING AIDS?

No matter how stylish or advanced your   hearing aids  are, you are bound to hear whirring sounds when you use them. While sometimes these sounds are normal, sometimes it indicates that something is wrong with your device. Although the quality of sound you experience in your hearing aid device may be very good, these whirring sounds (called feedback sounds) may affect your hearing experience in some way. There are many newer digital hearing aids available today that come with feedback reduction. When sound is returned to the microphone from the receiver, it creates a feedback sound and therefore re-amplifies, causing a whirring sound. It creates headache-inducing screeching or squealing sounds, and those sounds are annoying!   Causes of feedback sound ●Excessive accumulation of ear wax ●Poorly fitted or improperly installed hearing aid tubes ●Cracked or broken tubes ●Deformed sound disassembled microphone ●Excessive volume at certain frequencies   Types of Feedback Sounds Hearing aid d