Did you know that the type of hearing aid you wear is based on your individual profile?
When deciding if a person should wear a hearing aid, there are several factors to consider. An individual’s personality and their environment bear more or less equal consideration in determining hearing aid needs. First of all, it is important to understand that the audiogram represents only one factor. This graphic, generated by the audiologist, illustrates the degree and type of hearing loss present. It forms the basis of any hearing assessment,
Pure Carat from Siemens: An innovative solution
As a manufacturer specializing in innovative, practical and environmentally friendly concepts, Siemens has developed Pure Carat, a rechargeable hearing aid. The handy eCharger recharging case is easy to use and spares you the hassle of purchasing and handling batteries. It also serves as a drying kit at night, drying your hearing aids to reduce the risk of internal corrosion that could result from exposure to moisture—including natural perspiration generated by
Acto Pro from Oticon: Hearing aids designed for noisy environments
For most hearing aid users, noisy environments always pose a challenge. A survey of 3,000 hearing aid wearers conducted by Dr. Kochkin in 2005 showed that only 59% of hearing aid users were satisfied with their hearing aids’ overall performance in noisy environments. With the arrival of new technologies like wireless communication between hearing aids and extended bandwidth, Oticon is now focusing on speech perception in complex hearing environments. Oticon’s Acto
The Wi Series 110: Hearing aids designed for better speech intelligibility in noisy environments
Starkey is introducing its brand-new line of Wi Series wireless hearing aids designed to make your life easier, especially when it comes to hearing! The Wi family is available in three technology levels: entry level (Wi Series 70), mid level (Wi Series 90) and advanced (Wi Series 110). The Wi Series 110 was developed for active people who experience ambient noise levels of variable intensity. Thanks to its programming flexibility and
Bernafon Chronos 7
When it comes to hear-ing aids, the chal-lenge has always been to fit hearing-impaired people with hearing aids that provide appropriate amplification along with comfortable sound. The difficulty in achieving this balance becomes complex: If the person has hearing loss due to working in a noisy environment for an extended period; or If the person’s audiogram shows an atypical hearing loss; or If the person suffers from tinnitus; or If the person has difficulty in terms of tolerating
Hearing aids: even more effective!
Hearing problems are increasingly widespread. People suffering from deafness are looking for hearing aids that match their lifestyle. Through science, our auditory knowledge continues to grow, which lets us develop even more effective hearing aids. One of the problems the hard of hearing most often cite is hearing in noisy environments. Hearing and understanding are two different, but interrelated, things. Hearing loss means that people perceive words less distinctly, which means
Myths surrounding the use of hearing aids
Are you embarrassed to wear glasses because you want to keep others from knowing you have vision problems? Are you always pushing off correcting your vision until later? Do you use a magnifying glass to read the newspaper instead of wearing your glasses? Then why keep your hearing problems a secret? If you have a hearing loss, why are you embarrassed about wearing hearing aids? Could it be the myths surrounding
Aquaris : Waterproof hearing aids
With most hearing aids, it is important to avoid contact with water, moisture and dust. Exposure to moisture and dust particles is often the culprit behind hearing aid damage, leading to costly repairs and requiring you to replace your hearing aids prematurely. Now, Siemens has developed Aquaris, a line of completely waterproof hearing aids. The behind-the-ear housing is completely sealed to prevent water and dust from getting in. In addition, the
Singing (and hearing!) in the rain with Spice+
Spice+ Generation was introduced in 2011 in hearing aids from Phonak. This technology revolutionizes auditory performance, even in difficult hearing environments. This latest advancement makes it possible to manage environments more dynamically, providing better sound quality, fast acclimatization and most importantly of all, long term listening pleasure. Hearing aids in the H2O line come with Spice+ Generation technology and are resistant to water, moisture and dust. What this really means is
Intiga hearing aids
In the last few years, receiver-in-the-ear (RITE) hearing aids have taken the global hearing health market by storm. Modern technology has made it possible not only to scale down the size of these hearing aids, but also to enhance their performance, rendering them more compact and attractive than ever before. Oticon has come up with a very interesting hearing solution designed to meet the needs of first-time users. These hearing aids
X Series hearing aids from Starkey
If you’re looking for a line of products offering cutting-edge performance levels, style and functionality, you’ll be delighted with our new family of digital hearing aids. The new line, dubbed the X Series, is suitable for any type of hearing loss. To begin with, the X Series hearing aid circuitry boasts signal-processing architecture that is better adapted to user needs. The various algorithms have been reworked to more accurately mimic the
The Zen program: Clinically proven to help reduce the effects of tinnitus
Do you hear a noise in your ears? If so, you’re not alone. Tinnitus is a condition characterized by constant or intermittent sounds such as ringing, whistling or buzzing. It is a common problem that is unrelated to age or hearing ability, such as whether or not the sufferer has a hearing loss. Over 70% of hearing-impaired individuals report some degree of tinnitus without it necessarily posing a problem. Of that
Will I understand better with hearing aids?
One of the first questions people ask themselves when considering getting fitted for hearing aids is the following: “Will hearing aids help me understand better?” To make sure that’s the case, it is very important to discuss your specific hearing and communication needs, as well as your expectations of the hearing aids themselves, with your audioprosthetist when making your choice. The hearing evaluation During your hearing test, the audiologist will conduct a
A new line of dynamic performances
The new Oticon’s family of instruments is available in different styles which can be fitted to a wide variety of hearing losses and lifestyles. These hearing aids (Agil and Dual) include numerous features which may vary as a function of the technology level selected. In summary, these instruments include many algorithms to, automatically adjust the loudness level of the aids, reduce different types of noises, focus on the speech signal in
Hearing aids increase your quality of life!
Hearing aids make life easier for the hard of hearing and their love ones. Wearing a hearing aid reduces social isolation, too often resulting from an uncorrected loss of hearing. For a lot of people, adapting to a hearing aid is a big challenge. Nevertheless, the benefits are dramatic: you improve your quality of life! The more you use your hearing aid, the more you appreciate it. It’s worth the effort! When you
Digital technology and hearing aids - Starkey
At Starkey, the difference between an entry-level and a premium circuit is chiefly determined by two factors: the bandwidth and the number of channels. These two factors have an impact on the effectiveness of the digital circuit features that reduce noise, enhance speech audibility and improve sound clarity. As such, premium hearing aids will have a digital circuit with the capacity to adapt to the user’s sound space with greater speed
Digital technology and hearing aids - Oticon
The first thing you need to know when it comes to hearing aids is the range of digital circuit technology available on the market (economic level, entry level, mid level, advanced and premium). The digital technology you choose will depend on your listening and communication needs. For instance, an executive working in a financial firm will have different needs than someone who only uses a home computer to check his or
The problem with discount hearing aids and batteries
At times, persons with hearing loss can be tempted to shop around for the best price on hearing aids. Choosing the right hearing aids, however, should come down to more important factors than cost alone. The team of professionals who will take care of your hearing aid adjustments and fittings should be the number one deciding factor. Choosing a team Hearing health professionals, audioprosthetists and specialized educators, will take you under their
Digital technology and hearing aids - Bernafon
At Bernafon, there is certainly no shortage of choices, with hearing aids that can be programmed for degrees of hearing loss varying from mild to profound, and digital circuit technology ranging from economic level to premium. Why choose high-end hearing aids? The digital circuitry in superior hearing aids provides greater signal precision, enhanced adjustment flexibility, and more effective directionality and noise reduction systems, delivering clearer sound in many listening and communication environments.
Digital technology and hearing aids - Siemens
The high-end Siemens 701 hearing aid features a SpeechFocus directional microphone, which tracks down and focuses on speech, even when it comes from behind, acting like an acoustic rear view mirror. Just imagine holding a conversation with passengers in the back of your car, and actually being able to understand them, despite the engine and wind noise! The automated directional microphone works in conjunction with the effective and vigilant noise reduction
