What types of hearing aid are available?

Generally, hearing aids can be classified into seven different types in terms of how they are fitted, how they work and what benefits they offer. The table below gives a brief overview of each type of hearing aid including who they may be suitable for, to help you to identify the best hearing aid for you. Type of Hearing AidDescription Behind-the-ear (BTE)This hearing aid sits behind the outer ear and connects via a plastic tube to a custom made earmould that sits in the ear canal and...