Hearing and hearing is one of the most important senses to be able to interact daily with people throughout our lives. For deaf people, hearing aids can make a big difference in their lives by providing access to hearing sounds while significantly improving their ability to communicate and enjoy the world around them. That’s why we want you to discover the different types of hearing aids for the deaf that exist on the market and we give you some tips for those deaf people to choose the right hearing aid that suits their needs.
What are hearing aids for the deaf?
Hearing aids for the deaf are electronic devices that are placed behind the ear or inside and their main function is to amplify the sound and help these deaf people or those with hearing loss to hear. These devices capture the sounds of the environment, amplify them and transmit them to the inner ear. There are currently several types of hearing aids:
Back Ear Hearing Aids (BTE)
These hearing aids for the deaf (Behind the Ear) are placed behind the ear and are made for those who have hearing loss and for those with mild or profound impairment who have been previously diagnosed. They are usually recommended to those people who have a fairly noticeable loss of hearing, because thanks to the great power of this hearing aid and its amplification it allows them to hear high and low frequencies. It is perfect for those people who generate a lot of wax, as they are very easy to clean.
Interauricular hearing aids (ITE)
This deaf device is placed inside the ear (In The Ear) and is less visible than BBEs. These hearing aids are suitable for patients with hearing impairment, no matter how mild, moderate or severe. They are very easy to use, especially compared to other smaller models that are inserted into the ear. These hearing aids are the ideal choice for the elderly and those with reduced mobility. If the patient often has hate infections or produces a lot of wax, it is not advisable to use this device.
Intracanal Hearing Aids (ITC)
These hearing aids are placed inside the ear canal making them barely visible. They are ideal for people with mild or moderate hearing loss. The drawback of this device is that it is totally excluded for those who suffer from a very serious loss of hearing, since for these patients it is necessary hearing aids that have more advanced techniques to their needs. It is also not recommended for people who generate a lot of earwax or whose hearing channel is narrow.
Custom Moulded Hearing Aids (CIC)
These hearing aids are the smallest and are placed directly into the ear canal. They are designed for those who suffer from mild, medium or severe hearing impairment. This covers a large number of people with some kind of hearing problem, although it is ruled out for those with deep deafness.
In our hearing center in Malaga, we have the widest range of hearing aids you can find on the market.
How do hearing aids work?
Hearing aids for the deaf work by capturing, amplifying and transmitting sound.
These devices consist mainly of three parts: microphone, processor and speaker.
- The microphone captures sounds from the environment and transports them to the processor.
- The processor amplifies them, and converts the sounds into electrical signals.
- The speaker or receiver transmits these signals to the ear of the wearer and this is where the sound arrives and can be perceived perfectly by people with deafness.
Who can benefit from hearing aids for the deaf?
Hearing aids for the deaf are beneficial for people with different types of hearing loss, from mild to severe. At Audífonos Dominguez we perform a hearing evaluation by hearing experts to determine if a person is a candidate to use these devices. The benefits of using hearing aids include:
- Improves comprehension by facilitating good communication
- Improve the quality of life of deaf or hearing impaired people, increasing the ability to make their daily lives
- Promotes participation in conversations and social events.
- It makes daily tasks easier.
Maintenance and care of hearing aids for the deaf
It is important to have good maintenance so that hearing aids for the deaf work perfectly. Therefore, we give you some tips that can be useful:
- Clean your hearing aids regularly
- Keep hearing aids in a dry and safe place
- Replace batteries as needed. Currently, there are rechargeable hearing aids without you having to change the battery periodically.
- Visit an audiologist for regular checkups
Hearing aids for the deaf can transform the lives of those who use them, improving their hearing and quality of life. At Audífonos Dominguez we want to invite you to our hearing services. We also recommend hearing aids that best suit your needs. If you want to know more about our products, do not hesitate to contact us.
