An often-heard audiological axiom is “A good fitting begins with the impression-taking process.” The use of more viscous impression materials, long canal lengths, and open-jaw impressions are critical in producing impressions that work. Case studies and perspectives reveal why.
Read MoreResources on new products, services, and programs offered by manufacturers.
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A “sneak-preview” of the exhibit floor and the new products and services being offered at the upcoming 51st Annual International Hearing Society (IHS) Convention in Reno, Nev.
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The latest technology and chemistry in impression materials.
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Recent evidence has shed light on the problem of high frequency amplification for some hearing losses. This article discusses a technique for diagnosing cochlear dead regions and details possible approaches for applying high frequency amplification.
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Eight experts weigh in on the present and future course of digital signal processing technology in hearing instruments.
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A sneak-peek into the new products, services, and offerings at the 14th annual American Academy of Audiology convention and exposition in Philadelphia.
Read MoreHearing instrument sales remained flat in 2001. When looking at sales of the average hearing instrument practice (ie, disregarding VA-dispensed units), sales actually fell by 2.1%. This article looks at factors influencing hearing instrument manufacturing and dispensing in 2001-02.
Read MoreA review of the latest available DSP hearing instrument technology.
Read MoreLess than 6 years after their introduction, digital instruments represent almost one-third of all hearing aids sold. Seven people involved in the development and implementation of DSP offer their perspectives on digital technology, speculating on hearing-in-noise algorithms, directional DSP aids, and test methods, as well as what the future might hold for these state-of-the-art devices.
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Despite the known benefits of completely-in-the-canal (CIC) instruments, hearing care professionals have been reluctant to fit CICs on children for several reasons. This article presents the results of a field study and provides information on fitting CICs on children ages 2-16 who, for various reasons, refused to wear other styles of hearing aids.
Read MoreHearing health care is undergoing transformations on many levels. This article, which summarizes results of Frost & Sullivan’s recent report on the hearing industry, looks at how manufacturer and dispenser office consolidation, information technologies and changing demographics will all contribute to reshaping the industry and the practices of dispensing professionals.
Read MoreThe latest available earmold impression-taking materials and related supplies.
Read MoreA lot can go wrong during the earmold selection process. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls.
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Hearing instrument unit volumes increased by only 2% in 2000, yet the average dispensing office experienced an 8-12% increase in gross revenues due to the burgeoning numbers of programmable and DSP instruments dispensed. HR’s annual look at the industry includes an analysis of worldwide trends and the rapidly changing industry structure.
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