What are the differences in hearing aids?
Kristi Murphy/Post Falls Hearing Aid Center | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 11 years, 4 months AGO
Are all hearing aids the same? Absolutely not! Hearing aids have a wide range of technologies, effectiveness and cost.
Hearing aids must be carefully selected by a licensed professional in order to maximize each individual's communication needs based on a current comprehensive hearing test, as well as considering their lifestyle needs.
Hearing aids are designed with a computer microchip to analyze the input of sounds (soft sounds, medium sounds, loud sounds, impact noise, music, speech, etc.), then they process these sounds to provide the best speech signal for better hearing and improved understanding. The ability to process speech in challenging listening environments is highly dependent on the sophistication of the computer chip and how the specialist programs to your needs and comfort.
The consumer must be very careful who they choose as their specialist. Make sure they have the credentials required to do the best job for you.
Happy Hearing!
Kristi Murphy A.A.S., HIS, Post Falls Hearing Aid Center, 780 N. Cecil Road, Suite 103, Post Falls (208) 457-8878.
ARTICLES BY KRISTI MURPHY/POST FALLS HEARING AID CENTER
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