{"id":535,"date":"2018-11-21T10:22:20","date_gmt":"2018-11-21T18:22:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fueldev.site\/~oregonen\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-technologies\/"},"modified":"2018-11-28T13:51:52","modified_gmt":"2018-11-28T21:51:52","slug":"hearing-aid-technologies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/audiology\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-technologies\/","title":{"rendered":"Hearing Aid Technologies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Hearing-Aid-Technologies.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-892\" width=\"410\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Hearing-Aid-Technologies.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/oregonent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Hearing-Aid-Technologies-768x504.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing aid technology has\nimproved drastically over the past couple of decades. Early devices relied on\nvacuum tubes and bulky batteries, but today\u2019s instruments take advantage of\ndigital signal processing, microchips and computerization. Keeping track of the\nlatest technological features can be challenging, but we\u2019ll cover a few of the\nmore popular options here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the breakthroughs in\nhearing aid technology include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Gain processing, which reduces background and\nmicrophone noise for a clearer sound.<\/li><li>Digital feedback reduction with built-in\ncancellation, which reduces or eliminates squelching and feedback.<\/li><li>Digital noise reduction, which reduces\nbackground noises for better, more reliable speech recognition.<\/li><li>Directional microphones, which provide better\ndirectionality by having one microphone focus on the sound source while the\nother decreases background noise.<\/li><li>Automatic programming, which utilizes preset\nprograms that automatically adapt to a range of different sound environments.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Programming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, hearing aids\nwere strictly analog. But the digital revolution has taken over many areas\nformerly devoted to analog technology, and hearing aids are no exception.\nDigital programming works by converting sound waves into digital signals using\ndigitized sound processing. A built-in computer chip determines whether the\nsignal is speech or noise and converts it into a clear, amplified signal.\nDigital programming offers many benefits including improved speech quality,\nadvanced programming options, a better fit, and a multitude of features that\nwork to improve and enhance functionality of the hearing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bluetooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This wireless communication\nplatform is prevalent and used in a wide range of electronic devices, including\ncomputers, smartphones, and MP3 players, to exchange data. Bluetooth\u2122 allows\ndevices to communicate with one another. Bluetooth-enabled hearing aids let\nusers stream signals from these and other electronic devices directly to their\naids, improving their versatility and convenience. You can make phone calls,\nlisten to music and watch television through your hearing aids, without\ndisturbing other people around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rechargeable Technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the latest, and most\nwelcome, breakthroughs in hearing aid technology is rechargeable batteries.\nMost of the major hearing aid manufacturers now offer rechargeable options or\nthe ability to convert existing hearing aids into rechargeable ones, freeing\nusers from the hassle of disposable batteries. Not only is this great for the\nenvironment; it saves you money in the long run. By utilizing lithium-ion\nbatteries, you can get up to 24 hours of performance with a single charge,\nallowing you to wear your hearing aids all day long and not have to worry about\nhaving them run out of power during an especially inopportune moment. Many\ninclude disposable battery backups for an added measure of security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Is Right for Me? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With all these advances in\nhearing aid technology, devices are better at providing clear sound than ever\nbefore. While the choices may seem overwhelming, working closely with your\naudiologist at <span class=\"company-name \">Oregon Ear, Nose &amp; Throat Center<\/span> can help you figure out which technology and features\nare perfect for your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n<p>Call <span class=\"company-name \">Oregon Ear, Nose &amp; Throat Center<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+15417797331\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(541) 779-7331<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing aid technology has improved drastically over the past couple of decades. Early devices relied on vacuum tubes and bulky batteries, but today\u2019s instruments take advantage of digital signal processing, microchips and computerization. Keeping track of the latest technological features can be challenging, but we\u2019ll cover a few of the more popular options here. 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