Telecoils are in more and more hearing aids, induction loop systems are spreading, and hard of hearing advocates are more vocal in their requests for hearing aid compatible phones and assistive listening — all of which bodes well for people with hearing loss, hearing care professionals, and the hearing industry.
Read MorePerspectives from 15 companies in the hearing industry on what happened during 2004 and what might be expected in 2005.
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A look at some of the industry’s best promotional and informational brochures, computer tools, dispensing aids, and marketing materials.
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A look back at 100 years of Oticon’s history in the hearing industry, as well as comments from the company’s leaders on what the present and future may hold.
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A sneak-peek at the products, services, and events being offered at the International Hearing Society’s (IHS) annual convention in Orlando, August 25-29.
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A look at the rationale behind directional hearing aids that have the ability to automatically switch between directional and omni-directional modes, as well as fitting tips that ensure proper microphone orientation, venting of the aid, demonstration of directional benefit, and counseling.
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Practical, concise tips for testing patients, fitting hearing aids, and marketing your business/practice.
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Digital shell-making technology holds great possibilities for the fitting process. However, this technology will be limited by the same factors that limit traditional impression-taking technologies: a need for the use of open-mouth impressions and higher viscosity impression materials.
Read MoreA sneak-peek at the products and services being offered this year at the American Academy of Audiology’s convention in Salt Lake City, March 31-April 3.
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Myths about fidelity and why we fail to persuade 80% of potential consumers to purchase and use hearing aids
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Significant differences in returns and exchanges were found in this 5-year study with respect to insured/uninsured patients, user experience, hearing aid technology, and hearing loss.
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A review of the latest in manufacturer literature and promotional/marketing materials.
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A review of the latest in impression material technology and related accessories.
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A sneak-peak at the new products, services, and special events featured at the 52nd Annual International Hearing Society convention and exposition in St Paul, Minn.
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Hearing aid selection is a critical step in the amplification process. With today’s vast number of choices in hearing instrument technology, where do you start? Part 1 of this three-part series examines the physical, anatomical, and cosmetic parameters of hearing aid selection, as well as how to use needs assessment tools.
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