In the canal hearing aids are individually tailored to sit inside the ear canal. The ITC hearing aids fit the lower third of your external ear and may be slightly visible in the lower part of the ear, as they have a small faceplate as compared to the Invisible in the canal and completely in the canal hearing aids.
The in the canal hearing aids accommodate large batteries and on-instrument control buttons such as volume and programme button, allowing for easy control and handling1. ITC hearing aids are also easy to insert and remove from the ear.
While ITC hearing aids are still very discreet, if you are looking for almost complete discretion, it is advised that you look at the completely in the canal and invisible in the canal hearing aid types.
Speak with your hearing healthcare expert for more guidance on in the canal hearing aids if this hearing aid is suitable for you.
Types of hearing aids