Hearing Aids

Programmable Behind The Ear Hearing Aids Pick Amplified Sounds

The elegance of behind the ear hearing aids is that they feature a contoured, slimline case sculptured to fit the contour of the ear. These behind the ear hearing aids are designed to address severe to profound hearing loss. Many hearing impaired people do not mind trading a partially hidden hearing aid for better amplification and sound quality. They are finding that behind the ear hearing aids can provide extra benefits. Snugly tucked behind the ear and hidden by long hair, a small clear tube runs into the ear canal and carries the amplified sound to the ear to provide better hearing amplification and clarity. Digital technology also allows behind the ear hearing aids to be programmed for individual needs.

Most behind the ear hearing aids are available in programmable models or in digital models (which rival analog models for sound clarity). A visit to the audiologist can recommend the type that will work for each individual. With hearing loss it may not be an across the board loss of hearing ability. Some lose the ability to hear only certain frequencies while having full auditory response to other frequencies. Programmable behind the ear hearing aids can be adjusted to only amplify the sounds the individual needs enhanced.

Another advantage to behind the ear hearing aids is the better sound quality that be established. In addition to the small, almost invisible tube going into the ear canal, they can also be fitted with a small speaker in the ear to provide enhanced sound quality. The wires to the speaker are extremely thin and barely visible.

Muffled Sounds Eliminated With Most Units

Some hearing aids that fit into the ear tend to muffle sounds, especially voices, making it exceptionally difficult to separate voices from background noise. This can be a common problem as a person ages, and while about 70 percent of hearing aid users are over the age of 60, but younger people also suffer this sound separation ability. They can also make it difficult for the user to hear themselves speaking. Putting fingers in the ear will cause it to be difficult to hear the voice clearly, duplicating the effect caused by some hearing aids. This problem can be eliminated with behind the ear hearing aids.

With behind the ear hearing aids, especially the programmable types, can be set to allow the frequency of normal conversation to come through while blocking out extraneous sounds. They can also be programmed to amplify only voice conversation to help separate the voices from the noise.

Despite the better sound qualities and selective frequency amplification, some people are reluctant to wear behind the ear hearing aids due to cosmetic reasons. They may prefer completely in the ear hearing aids so other do not know they are wearing one. This may be a limiting factor for sound quality. If you or someone you know suffers from moderate to severe hearing loss, they should give a behind the ear hearing aid a try before discounting it for cosmetic reasons. The benefits or hearing better far outweigh the cosmetics of the hearing aid.

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