Rechargeable hearing aids are one of two ways hearing aids are currently powered, and they’re becoming more and more popular on the market. After all, some people prefer being able to take their hearing aids out at night and charge them up for the day after, instead of having to switch out the batteries every now and then. And picking out the right kind of battery-operated hearing aid is something you and your audiologist will have to go through.
But for the time being, if you’re wondering what hearing aids feature rechargeable batteries, and which of these hearing aids are the best for use, we’ve broken down the choice for you below. Of course, talk to your audiologist if you’re concerned about changing hearing aids and what can happen next to better your current level of hearing.
Rechargeable Aids or Disposable Battery Aids
If you’re wondering why rechargeable hearing aids are becoming more and more popular, it’s due to a lot of people finding them more beneficial to use. Wearing an aid with a rechargeable battery will never leave you stranded when out and about, for example, as the battery would have sat in the charging pod the night before.
Most rechargeable batteries can also hold up to 30 hours of battery life, which takes care of all 24 hour needs a wearer might have. They also don’t need replacing quite as often as a disposable battery would, as a rechargeable battery can be used for upwards of three to five years. More traditional batteries need replacing every couple of weeks.
Moreover, rechargeable aids can also allow someone with shaky or uncoordinated hands to have better control over their hearing aids. They won’t need to change the battery on a regular basis, which can save them from having to take out the aid and potentially drop it during the change itself. Having to change the battery in the first place can act as a barrier for both young children with learning disabilities and elderly people with hearing loss, as many people in these age groups cannot manage it.
In-the-Ear (ITE) Hearing Aids
An in-the-ear hearing aid is a very popular type of hearing aid, and audiologists will use it to address various levels of hearing loss. Because of how well received these types of hearing aids are, they can often be fitted with a rechargeable battery, instead of disposable ones that require changing.
ITE hearing aids fit totally into the outer ear and can be customized to fit your ear perfectly. They can also be fitted with various accompaniments, such as microphones and volume wheels, to allow a person a lot more control over how they hear.
Thanks to their typical large size, their batteries tend to last a lot longer as well, making them good for older people and children, who tend to be less dexterous with smaller and less durable aids.
Behind-the-Ear (BTE) Hearing Aids
The most common form of hearing aid across the globe, a behind-the-ear hearing aid is often used by an audiologist to address both mild and severe hearing loss, making them a very versatile hearing kit. BTE aids are also extremely easy to fit onto someone’s head, as they rest just behind the top of the ear and can be customized for different sizes, such as a standard or mini fit.
BTE aids can be fitted with many features thanks to their versatile size, which can then make them perfect for fitting with rechargeable batteries instead of disposable ones.
Contact Us to Talk About Your Hearing Aid Options
There are a lot of hearing aid options on the market and finding the right type for you can be confusing. But here at Alliance Center for Hearing, we want to make the search easier. Get in touch with us at 701-751-6232 to book an appointment with one of our audiologists to talk about what rechargeable hearing aid will be right for you.
We want you to feel comfortable with the hearing aid you use, as well as get all your questions about hearing aids answered by someone who knows what they’re doing. As such, all our audiologists are trained and certified and we’re just waiting for your call for an appointment to work through your hearing related concerns with you.
