The Importance of Treating Your Hearing Loss
Did you know hearing health impacts your overall health and well being? Leaving hearing loss untreated is highly correlated to:
- Cognitive Disorders
- Falls
- Anxiety and depression
- Cardiovascular issues
- Diabetes
- Sleep apnea
Patients who treat their hearing loss have been shown to have higher quality of life and self-esteem than those who do not seek treatment.
Hearing Aids Are the Most Common & Effective Hearing Loss Treatment
When selecting a hearing aid, you should consider both your hearing loss needs and your personal preferences. The device should meet your needs in every area, including needs from additional conditions including tinnitus:
- The severity of your hearing loss
- The frequency configuration of your hearing loss
- Your hearing limitations
- Your activity level and lifestyle
Personal preferences will also steer you as you choose a hearing aid. Some factors to consider are:
- Cosmetic preferences
- Budgetary needs
- Financing options
- Features and functionality
- Compatibility with accessories
Hearing Aid Styles
Hearing aids are available in a variety of sizes and styles, so finding one that appeals to your lifestyle needs and cosmetic preferences should be easy.
Here are the types available:
- Receiver-in-the-Canal (RIC)
- Behind-the-Ear (BTE)
- Completely-in-the-Canal (CIC)
- In-the-Canal (ITC)
- In-the-Ear (ITE)