The Interton Bionic has caused some hype due to its innovative ADRO system, it is an Adaptative Dynamic Range Optimization system, which increases or reduces gain only when needed. It is the signal processing method that stands behind all the other features that we normally read about in hearing aids. This processing method was used [...]
Behind the Ear Hearing Aids Review
You might be considering using a hearing aid for some time now
but not exactly sure yet on the type you will buy or it will be of help.
There are many types of hearing aids in the market. It is simply choosing the type that you feel you are comfortable with. Your choice would also depend on the kind of hearing loss, your lifestyle and budget.
One type of hearing aid is the Behind the Ear Hearing Aid. This type of hearing aid is designed to hook over the ear and rest behind it. The device has three parts: ear mold, case and tube. The earmold is designed to fit the wearer's ear or made of a highly flexible material that easily fits any ear size or shape.
The amplifier is found in the case. The tube connects the amplifier in the case to the earmold. The Behind the Ear (BTE) is the largest and the most visible type of hearing aid.
There are newer versions that are available that are barely visible (skin toned), more streamlined and smaller. Recent technologies have allowed manufacturers to have models that are capable of more amplification. There are automatic hearing aids that require no manual adjustments or those that offer full control.
Certain models combine manual volume control through a push button mechanism that makes you chose from a selection multiple programs depending on different situations.
The Behind the Ear Hearing Aid is appropriate for all types of hearing loss and people of all ages.
