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CIC
hearing aids
Completely-in-the-canal
(CIC) hearing aids are the smallest size of hearing aids, practically
invisible to an observer. Custom designed to fit the wearer's ear, CIC
hearing aids fit deep inside the ear canal and most closely resemble
the natural hearing process.
 CIC
designates a size of hearing aids, but does not describe the circuit
inside the shell. CIC instruments can have conventional, programmable
analog, or digital technology housed within their tiny casing.
CIC hearing aids are
meant for people with ear canals large enough to accommodate the insertion
depth of the device into the ear and for people with mild to moderate
hearing loss. They are usually not recommended for people with dexterity
problems because they are very small instruments with tiny batteries.
Advantages
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CIC instruments are the smallest size available, nearly invisible,
so they are cosmetically appealing.
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CIC hearing aids provide a close placement of the receiver (speaker)
to the eardrum, which gives sound a natural boost in loudness.
- The microphone of a CIC instrument sits in your ear canal, simulating
natural sound reception.
Disadvantages
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CIC instruments are slightly more expensive than conventional in-the-ear
hearing aids.
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CIC hearing aids are not suitable for persons suffering from severe
to profound hearing loss.
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This size is rarely recommended for children because CIC instruments
are custom fit, and a child's ear is continually growing. Also,
the hard plastic case of the hearing aid may prove uncomfortable
for children.
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There is not an option of manual volume control on a CIC instrument,
unless it is a tiny screw-set volume control.
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CIC instruments require a very small battery which can be difficult
to place.
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Due to the closeness of the microphone and receiver in a CIC hearing
aid, there is a greater chance of feedback.
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CIC instruments can be more susceptible to damage from earwax when
compared to a larger size instrument.
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CIC hearing aids have a higher repair rate compared to other hearing
aid sizes.
Hearing
aid batteries
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Type
of hearing aid
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Battery
sizes
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CIC
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5
or 10
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Canal
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10
or 312
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Mini-Canal
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10
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If you have any questions
about CIC hearing instruments, please contact us at 1-800-866-6240
or contact us via our online form.
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