{"id":1502,"date":"2021-11-12T19:15:34","date_gmt":"2021-11-13T00:15:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/?p=1502"},"modified":"2021-11-12T19:15:37","modified_gmt":"2021-11-13T00:15:37","slug":"choosing-the-right-hearing-aid-for-your-lifestyle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/choosing-the-right-hearing-aid-for-your-lifestyle\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Hearing Aid for Your Lifestyle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Have you been diagnosed with hearing loss by an audiologist? If so, the next step is to select a <a href=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/hearing-aids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing aid<\/a>. But with so many manufacturers, styles and features on the market today, choosing the right hearing aid for your lifestyle can seem tricky. Fortunately, you can rely on the expertise of your audiologist during this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hearing aid selection process happens in three steps. First, your audiologist will conduct a lifestyle needs assessment. Second, the results of your hearing test are used to determine what style of hearing aid you\u2019ll wear. Third, your audiologist will recommend a device that has all the features you want and need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Lifestyle Needs Assessment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hearing-aids-care-benefits-04-1280x854.jpg\" alt=\"Hearing impaired man with hearing aid using smart phone at home or at office\" class=\"wp-image-1504\" width=\"284\" height=\"189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hearing-aids-care-benefits-04-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hearing-aids-care-benefits-04-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hearing-aids-care-benefits-04-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hearing-aids-care-benefits-04-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 284px) 100vw, 284px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During the lifestyle needs assessment, your audiologist will ask you what activities you participate in, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Quiet at-home activities<\/li><li>One-on-one conversations<\/li><li>Small group conversations<\/li><li>Business meetings<\/li><li>Shopping<\/li><li>Outdoor activities<\/li><li>Dining out at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatprovender.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Provender Kitchen + Bar<\/a><\/li><li>Conferences\/large gatherings<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The more complex listening situations you find yourself in, the higher level of technology you\u2019ll need in order to hear well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Hearing Aid Styles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your type and degree of hearing loss, as well as your aesthetic preferences, will be taken in to account when picking out a style of hearing aid for you. Some common styles include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Behind-the-ear (BTE)<\/strong>. BTEs are suitable for a wide range of hearing losses, from mild to profound. They are often recommended for children, as the earmold can easily be replaced as your child grows.<\/li><li><strong>Receiver-in-canal (RIC) and Receiver-in-the-ear (RITE)<\/strong>. RICs and RITEs are also suitable for a wide range of hearing losses, and they let low-frequency sounds in more naturally.<\/li><li><strong>In-the-ear (ITE)<\/strong>. ITEs, also known as low-profile hearing aids, are ideal for people with mild to severe hearing loss. Their large size makes them good for people with dexterity issues.<\/li><li><strong>In-the-canal (ITC)<\/strong>. ITCs work for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.<\/li><li><strong>Invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) and completely-in-the-canal (CIC)<\/strong>. IICs and CICs are also suitable for people with mild to moderate hearing loss and are the most discreet models.<\/li><li><strong>Open-fit<\/strong>. Open-fit hearing aids are great for people with mild to moderate high-frequency hearing loss.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Hearing Aid Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your audiologist will recommend a model of <a href=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/hearing-aids\/benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hearing aid<\/a> that has features that match with your lifestyle needs. Today\u2019s hearing aids boast features such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rechargeability.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/experts-how-does-bluetooth-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bluetooth<\/a> connectivity.<\/li><li>Smartphone compatibility.<\/li><li>Telecoils.<\/li><li>Directional microphones.<\/li><li>Background noise reduction.<\/li><li>Self-learning.<\/li><li>Data logging.<\/li><li>Tinnitus masking.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or to schedule an appointment with a hearing aid expert, call Audiology Center of Maine today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/tips-for-protecting-your-ears-while-wearing-hearing-aids\/\" class=\"related-post\">Tips For Protecting Your Ears While Wearing Hearing Aids<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/hearing-aids-can-help-you-feel-more-connected-at-events\/\" class=\"related-post\">Hearing Aids Can Help You Feel More Connected At Events<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/audiologymaine.com\/what-to-know-about-your-first-hearing-aid\/\" class=\"related-post\">What to Know About Your First Hearing Aid<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been diagnosed with hearing loss by an audiologist? 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