Ok follow up question why do you hate ite hearing aids?

@The Gadget Guru they were uncomfortable

@@LauraKnotek how exactly were they uncomfortable?

I have used “in the ear” hearing aide for 3 years and just recently decided to try an “over the ear”…I hate it, I also wear glasses and it just doesn’t work, I’m switching back to the “in the ear”.

Hey Steven. Thanks for the comment. I do have an untreatable cookie bite hearing loss in my Right ear however.

What is cookie bite?

Snow Girls, I feel like hearing aids are going the way of glasses. People are becoming more aware and accepting of the idea. HA and glasses no longer have the same heat I’ve stigma they did 20 or 30 years ago. I’ve met several people who wear hearing aids and honestly, I didn’t realize they were wearing them until they specifically told me- and my major requires me to know about them 😆 There will likely be an adjustment period for you and your son as you become comfortable with them, but I think the improvement to your quality of life will more than outweigh any discomfort during the adjustment period. I, for one, congratulate you on taking this step towards improving your quality of life.

@@studyzen8836 Thanks. I know that I've needed them for a long time, one ear was always stuffed up and if I was in a car with someone for example I had to turn around to see what they were saying so my other ear could and sometimes not hear what they were saying, and forget it if I was riding in a back seat. I finally told my Dr and she sent me to have them checked that very day and then a few days later I got a letter from her telling me that I had to go to the audiologist. That was big confirmation that there was a problem. No one thinks twice about going to get new glasses, and I think your right that within a few years it will be normal for people to be wearing aids. I've met a few people who I had no idea wore them. Gone are the days when you wear those giant things coming out of your ears or connected to your glasses. The one that I'm getting will be a mini BTE that matches my light hair. It will be a relief to not have to use the text on TV sometimes. I know many who have worked in noisy environments that have hearing loss but not yet wearing an aid.

@@oskarmolly actually I think it's GOOD that people know you have hearing loss, then when you misunderstand them or need to ask for repeating, they will understand. I also actually prefer mine to be as visible as the Apple Airpods so I don't lose it easily. I lost one BTE and it's expensive to reaplace and not to mention long waiting time for refitting, ordering, trial period etc. Of course the only good thing is the technology advances, you might get a better set next time.

Hi Toni. There is an Invisible in-the-canal style (IIC) hearing aid by Phonak that can fit up to a Severe hearing loss, which I have another video for, Phonak Titanium. The Oticon OPN doesn't have a CIC or IIC option currently. The Resound Linx 3D hearing aids do have down to a CIC, but you lose a lot of the 3D features with that small of an aid. As far as the best IIC device, functionality is nice for sport and being active because it doesn't interfere with your normal activity or things like glasses and hats. Hearing aids do not work like vehicles where the "New Year" brings out better models. They are released at random and typically several years apart. The Phonak Titanium IIC was released earlier in 2017 so it is the newest of its kind. Keep in mind, we hear with our brain and if you have hearing loss in 2 ears, you should be treating both to hear optimally and prevent any cognitive related issues to untreated hearing loss. Hope this answers your questions.

Glad to hear you are doing so well. Thanks for sharing!

Hearing aids are not intended to be slept in, therefor I couldn't really list it as a negative. However, there are alarm clocks designed for deaf individuals that you could consider.

Another tip for those who are worried about waking up: some smart watches can vibrate to gently wake you up, so you can sleep with absolute silence.

@@DrCliffAuD Hello, I have large protruding ears that stick out almost 90 degrees from my head. I assume "in the ear" is the option I should consider. Thanks.

Did you switch? Did it help?

@@kevinsam1457 yes. I now have over the ear hearing aids. I still have problems with itching from time to time, but not nearly as bad.

Same Case with me. Have you switched to any other model ? Any feedback or suggestions you'd like to give?

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LOL. Weird question. A Non-Compression hearing aid is technically a Linear Hearing Aid that applies the same amount of amplification to every input level. Adaptive directional (not sure about the range optimization part) has to do with where the microphones orient when you are in a complex situation.

My audiologist told me that the ones I'm getting last about 20 hours. Enough to wear throughout the day, and then charge at night. Like a phone!

Phonak, Oticon, Starkey, Widex and Resound

Hi Sherry. www.HearingTracker.com has a great filter feature for finding a provider. You can select REMs on that feature so it lists only providers who claim to use it.

Sherry if you belong to a Costco. All hearing centers are required to do a REM test. They are graded each month on their delivery of hearing aids.

There are so many different kinds of domes and anti-itch solutions for your ears. You shouldn't have to "get used to" them feeling uncomfortable.

@@DrCliffAuD Thank you. They told me these were the best domes for me, but they did give me some oil they said would relieve the itching.

I had the same problem with those little buds, I couldn't get them in. Fortunately I use the VA and they ordered be a set with ear molds.

There is no Menieres specific hearing aid, but the best hearing aid would depend on your specific hearing loss, wants, and needs.

@@DrCliffAuD what hearing aids best for me?i can hear sounds but words i cannot i understand..

Not sure.

On the brand or the type of technology?

@@DrCliffAuD the type of technology, i lost most of my inner ear bones at a young age. looking at different bone anchored hearing aids like the Ponto and BONEBRIDGE

@@NickHokema the tech is pretty impressive. All are pretty solid. Depending on which brand you go with, you can also get Bluetooth connectivity as well.

I'm pretty sure that the ones with the wire have the speaker at the end of the tube inside your ear. With just eh tube, the speaker is in the unit behind your ear and the tube transmits the sound to your ear

@@TomKarches Okay, thank you.

Things have changed a little bit due to consolidation since making this video, but in general they are Phonak, Resound, Oticon, Signia, Widex, and Starkey.

Hi Dr Cliff Is the Sparkey livio 2400 the same as Micro tech esentia 2400...just bought the Microtech esentia 2400 but one manual comes from Sparkey another micro tech sowhat did I purchase.. how does this work

Hi. Were you able to find a hearing aid that helps you hear clearly?

@@kevinsam1457 I think I need some more time to get you know bcoz I have get it to reprogramme it. There are a lot settings in Oticon app. Like programme setting like p1, p2,p3..., equaliser setting etc. Do you have any idea ? Please elaborate how it works...Rest I’ll talk to u later. Thanks buddy for showing concern🙏

I think UKposts has the video posting date on all videos. Nothing has really changed in terms of styles over the past 4 years. Still waiting for something in a different form factor. Unfortunately, creating a constantly updated document is not in my wheelhouse. Perhaps we could crowdsource a document from viewers as you suggest? Much love for the comment Rick!

Nope, just an informational video.

LOL. Yes, I hear that often. I think it is a component of me enunciating and projecting well. It doesn't hurt that I record audio 8 inches away from my mouth on all my videos though 😀.

I know I was gonna say the same thing.

I don't control it, UKposts does. Don't complain to me, complain to them. The easier option may just be to stop watching UKposts all together.