Types of Hearing LossSensorineural hearing lossThe most common type of hearing loss is caused by damage to the tiny hair cells in the inner ear. This type of hearing loss can be caused by exposure to loud noises, aging, injury, illness, or certain medications. It results in reduced sound clarity and difficulty understanding speech.Conductive hearing lossThis type of hearing loss is caused by a blockage in the outer or middle ear preventing sound...

Living with Profound Hearing LossLiving with profound hearing loss can be a difficult adjustment, but you are not alone in this journey. There are many supports and resources available to individuals who are hard of hearing – especially those living with profound hearing loss. Even though profound hearing loss affects your ability to hear, it doesn’t have to limit your life or prevent you from having an enjoyable, full life. This article will exp...

Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aidsBehind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids are the best type of hearing aid for treating profound hearing loss. The more significant case accommodates a more powerful amplifier than other styles, which is essential for those with severe hearing problems because more power gives them greater access to softer sounds. Additionally, the Bigger battery (size 675), allows for more amplification. Smaller in-the-ear (ITE) hea...