Hearing loss affects millions of Americans. Although some forms of hearing loss can be treated successfully, most age-related forms are degenerative in nature. That doesn’t mean there’s no help available to patients who want to be able to communicate better with their loved ones and more fully experience the world going on around them. Hearing Aids in Groton CT are extremely effective as assistive devices. They can easily and painlessly improve patient’s hearing and consequently his or her ability to appreciate the company of others. They cannot restore a patient’s normal hearing, but they can amplify soft sounds or different frequencies.
Most hearing aids work by using small microphones to collect sound from the immediate environment around the patient’s ear and using a computer chip to convert that sound into digitally readable code. The computer chip then adjusts the sound based on the patient’s unique needs, converts it back to sound waves, and runs it through a speaker in the ear. All of this may sound complicated, but the end result for the patient is as simple as replacing batteries when needed and returning to the doctor for necessary adjustments as time goes on.
A wide variety of products an exist to accommodate any size and shape of ear, and the specific needs of any individual patient. Often older patients or those who have difficulty with motor control prefer in-the-ear or behind-the-ear models, which tend to have larger components and batteries that are more easily replaced. Models like in-the-canal and open fit hearing aids are less visible and more discreet, which may be preferable to a business professional or younger patient but are more difficult to maneuver. Some models use blue-tooth technology as well, which can increase their cost significantly. An audiologist can help his or her patients to determine the best hearing solution for their situation and budget.
For those who have never used hearing aids, it’s important to have hearing tests performed by a qualified audiologist prior to choosing and being fitted for new Hearing Aids in Groton CT. Book an appointment for a hearing evaluation, or to be fitted for hearing aids, today.
