Supporting Norwalk and Hamden with Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids
Over-the-counter hearing aids, which do not require a prescription, might seem like a straightforward way to get treatment for your hearing loss. However, navigating the world of hearing assistance technology can be difficult without the help of a professional.
At AVI New England, we are here to help you with your hearing journey, regardless of which device you choose, be it an OTC or a conventional hearing aid.
Why Did the FDA Approve Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids?
Over-the-counter hearing aids are designed to be beneficial for adults experiencing mild hearing loss and only require sound amplification. According to one study, almost 86% of Americans 50 and older with hearing loss do not wear hearing aids. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to isolation, cognitive difficulties and increased falls, so better access to treatment has many benefits. But over-the-counter hearing aids might not be the best solution for everyone.
The National Institutes of Health recommends prescription hearing aids for people who do not hear louder sounds or struggle to hear conversations in quiet settings. Additionally, the following groups should always receive prescription hearing aids:
- People who experience sudden hearing loss, a big difference between one ear and the other or tinnitus in one ear, which are potential signs of a medical problem
- Children younger than 18
- Adults with dementia
Working With AVI New England to Support You on Your Over-the-Counter Hearing Journey
The team at AVI New England is dedicated to helping hearing-impaired people to improve their lives.
In that vein, we are embracing the new concept of OTC devices, hoping that this will afford many more people better hearing and better lives. Therefore, we decided to start a program that will allow us to optimize the OTC devices by offering our professional services.
AVI is offering the following services to improve your satisfaction and success with OTC hearing devices:
- Various maintenance and service packages options
- Covered by most medical insurances
- Full professional audiological diagnosis evaluation of your hearing
- Examination of the status of the ear canal to assure no earwax impaction and ear wax management
- Consultation regarding various OTC device choices based on your hearing evaluation and based on your lifestyle and expectations
- Training on proper use and insertion of the OTC devices
Call AVI New England for more information or to schedule an appointment.