June 30, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
A little bit of history and an explanation of how analog devices work versus how digital devices work is necessary to understand the distinctions between analog and digital hearing aids. Historically, analog technology appeared first, and as a result most hearing aids were analog until digital signal processing (DSP) was invented, at which point digital […]
June 25, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Even though the battery life for hearing aids might sound like a straightforward question to answer, it actually hinges on many factors. One variable is the manufacturer of the hearing aid. Battery life varies by manufacturer and also by model from the same manufacturer. The actual life of a hearing aid battery also depends upon […]
April 29, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
If you are using or thinking about purchasing a hearing aid with a telecoil feature, you may be wondering about what it does. This tiny coil of wire may seem simple, but the advantages it can provide to people who use it are manifold. Read on to learn more about what a telecoil can do […]
April 14, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
The majority of public venues and businesses have made their buildings wheelchair accessible, an extremely visible disability, but may not be aware of the less visible challenges confronted by people who have difficulty hearing. In conjunction with telecoil hearing aids or cochlear implants, hearing loops clarify sounds for hearing challenged individuals, are a more affordable […]
March 28, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Listening to someone speaking in a congested location with a lot of background noise can be challenging for even a seasoned hearing aid wearer. Concert halls, auditoriums, places of worship and theaters are especially tricky for the hearing impaired. Hearing loop systems offer a straightforward solution to this issue, making it easy for individuals with […]
March 17, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Hearing a person speaking in a hushed room is very different from trying to follow a conversation in a crowded diner. So that you can keep up with changes in your listening environment, the majority of digital hearing aids come with a variety of listening programs. The ability to access multiple listening programs ensures that […]
March 12, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
When you begin looking for hearing aids you will immediately come across many different designs to choose from among them the receiver-in-canal (RIC). The RIC hearing aid shares many features with behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid while possessing some distinctive advantages unique to the RIC. This article serves as a brief introduction of the primary advantages […]
February 24, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
As you search for a hearing aid – either for yourself or a loved one – one of the more common options you will come across is the in-the-ear (ITE) style. These tiny devices are made to fit in the lower portion of the outer ear, making them a comfortable choice for listeners with mild […]
February 16, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
Noise is a reality of modern life. From busy restaurants to sport stadiums to the subway, noise is all around and may become overwhelming sometimes. The problem becomes worse for people with hearing aids, which can make it nearly impossible to pick out wanted sounds from the surrounding noise. Thanks to digital noise reduction, however, […]
January 31, 2014 | McDonald Audiology & Hearing Health Care
A hearing aid can be the best way to offset hearing loss. Each year hearing aids become more sophisticated and offer additional features and functions not formerly available. One such innovation is the directional microphone. Many of today’s hearing aids incorporate this device, allowing the wearer to enjoy a more natural hearing experience. Older hearing […]
