RAF Benevolent Fund - Journey to Better Hearing

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TYPES OF HEARING INSTRUMENTS Hearing instruments come in a variety of sizes, from tiny, invisible-in-the-canal models to those which sit behind the ear.

BTE

RIC

ITE

ITC

CIC

IIC

Behind-the-ear (BTE) instruments rest behind the ear and house the device’s technology. A clear plastic tube then directs amplified sound into an earmould inside the ear canal. BTE instruments are often the most durable hearing devices - some are even waterproof. One of the most popular hearing aid styles available today, the Receiver-in-the-canal (RIC) device is small, discreet and incredibly quick-to-fit and perfect for many first-time wearers. A RIC places the miniature speaker directly in the ear canal, enhancing both comfort and sound quality. In-the-ear (ITE) instruments house their technology components in a custom-formed earmould that fits within the outer portion of the ear. ITEs are appropriate for wearer’s with a mild to severe hearing loss and feature easyto-use controls which are ideal for those with limited manual dexterity. In-the-canal (ITC) instruments are smaller still, featuring an earmould that fits down into the ear canal and a smaller portion that faces out into the outer ear. They are discreet, yet partially visible within the outer ear and accommodate a mild to mildly severe hearing loss. These devices fit Completely-in-the-canal (CIC). Only the head of a tiny plastic line with which you insert or remove the instrument shows above the canal. Although CIC instruments offer aesthetic appeal, the structure of some individuals’ ears may make this style unsuitable for them.

how’s your hearing? Your journey to better hearing starts here... JustHear and Starkey Hearing Technologies are very excited to be a chosen partner of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund. We are very proud to support the people that have served and are currently serving our country. Many military veterans are affected by hearing-related issues and tinnitus, but don’t seek advice or treatment until up to seven years after they notice the first loss. During this time, the loss can become worse and has probably had an impact in social situations. Preferential service for hearing problems - Do I qualify? We warmly invite current and former members of the RAF. Families and friends of current and ex-servicemen also benefit from our exclusive hearing services. Why choose us? As a global leader when it comes to hearing solutions, we are proud to support those who have served our country with the best in hearing innovation. We have already helped millions of patients experience more with groundbreaking hearing aid technologies.

Call us today FREE on:

0800 068 3533 email: info@justhear.co.uk website: www.justhear.co.uk

The Invisible-in-the-canal (IIC) is 100% invisible and sits comfortably inside the second bend of your ear canal. The IIC is custom fit and appropriate for a range of hearing losses. 14.0513ukvlpc

YOUR JOURNEY

TO BETTER HEARING

STARTS HERE


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