Understanding ITC Hearing Aids

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with hearing loss, or suspect that you may have a problem, hearing aids will be the most likely solution. However, with so many options on the market, finding the right devices for your needs and personal preferences can be tough. In-the-canal (ITC) hearing aids are among the most popular, and your hearing care provider will be able to talk you through fittings and other features. Before visiting the hearing specialist, it’s important to educate yourself with a little info on the ITC hearing aids option. Here’s all you need to know.

What is an ITC hearing aid?

As the name suggests, they are placed into the ear canal, sitting in the lower third of the external ear. Therefore, they do not require any tubing or clips to be placed around the back of the ear. ITCs are popular devices for those with mild-to-moderate hearing loss. They are available in a variety of colors and can be manufactured to suit the individual’s ear for a tighter and more comfortable fit. ITC hearing aids are capable of providing greater clarity and volume, improving a range of daily tasks with immediate results. Moreover, with the technology at a more advanced level than ever before, the reliability levels are greater than ever before.

The benefits of ITC hearing aids

The in-the-canal hearing aids are used by millions of hearing loss patients and can be used by new hearing aids users as well as those seeking a change. There are many reasons why people prefer them to some of the alternative styles on the market. Some of the biggest selling points include:

• Easy to fit and remove, especially when extraction cords are fitted.
• Affordable pricing.
• The battery lasts for an average of 5-7 days before it needs replacing.
• More discreet than some devices – although not as discreet as invisible-in-the-ear devices.
• Quite powerful.
• Unlikely to become loose due to jaw movements and also avoid feedback.
• Dual microphones are ideal for understanding speech.

Wearing ITC hearing aids will require adapting some daily habits; such as the way you hold a telephone. Most users find that the benefits easily outweigh the negatives, not least because the level of restored hearing is very good.

Are ITC hearing aids right for you?

There’s no doubting that ITC hearing aids are currently helping millions of people throughout the country, and you could be the next beneficiary! However, it’s important to remember that no single type of hearing aid can be considered the best option for everyone. We all have unique hearing profiles, and the only goal is to find a device that fits yours. Our hearing care providers can make sure that the device is designed to fit your canal and provide the amplification that you require. Furthermore, we’ll help you get to grips with the device, covering everything from setting changes to battery replacements. If ITC hearing aids are the right solution, we’ll help you reap those benefits in the quickest time imaginable.