Tiny options: Completely-in-the-canal

hearing aids

Are you considering completely-in-the-canal (CIC) hearing aids?

These aids can be a good choice, very cosmetically attractive,

small and unobtrusive. Careful

deliberation, however, should be

taken before making any decisions.

While there is tremendous appeal

to CICs, there are also many

limitations. The severity of hearing

loss should also be considered.

Those with mild to moderate

hearing losses are the best

candidates, followed by those with

slightly more severe high-pitched

hearing losses.

The Good, the bad, and the ugly

The Good

CIC hearing instruments are small that they can fit deeply into

your outer ear canal. Virtually invisible, these aids typically work

well with telephone use and provide less wind noise background

than many other options.

The Bad

Due to the tiny size of a CIC, it may be difficult to manipulate

when inserting or removing from the ear. Persons with manual

dexterity issues may not benefit fully from this type of device.

Battery life is typically shorter since smaller batteries are used to

maintain the small overall size. Changing batteries can be more

difficult due to this small size.

The Ugly

Small has its trade-offs. In the case of hearing instruments, being

smaller means reducing the area available for additional options.

Since the faceplate of a CIC is so tiny, there is not room for

manual controls on the hearing aids. Lack of space also leads to

lack of a place for directional microphones. The deep fit and small

size does not lend well to multiple microphone options.

Careful consideration

While CIC hearing instruments are attractive and may be a viable

option for your hearing loss and life style. Take careful

consideration when choosing your aids, taking into account your

hearing health and life needs! Ask your audiologist or hearing

healthcare professional to help you through this decision-making

process. Let them help you determine whether CIC hearing aids

are right for you!

For More Information, Call Better Hearing Centers At: (816) 875-

4520

Or

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