{"id":1575,"date":"2022-08-05T01:15:48","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T06:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/?p=1575"},"modified":"2022-08-05T01:15:58","modified_gmt":"2022-08-05T06:15:58","slug":"how-do-pediatric-hearing-aids-differ-from-ones-for-adults","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/how-do-pediatric-hearing-aids-differ-from-ones-for-adults\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do Pediatric Hearing Aids Differ From Ones for Adults?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Though hearing loss is often associated solely with old age, the truth is anyone can experience hearing loss, including children. If your <a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/hearing-loss\/pediatric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">child is found to have hearing loss<\/a>, they will most likely be treated with pediatric hearing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Pediatric Hearing Aids?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" src=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1357576935-1280x854.jpg\" alt=\"Audiologist fits little boy with a pediatric hearing aid.\" class=\"wp-image-1577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1357576935-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1357576935-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1357576935-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/iStock-1357576935-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/hearing-aids\/pediatric\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pediatric hearing aids<\/a> share the same hardware components and work in the same way as adult hearing aids. However, they have some key differences as well. In general, pediatric hearing aids are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>More compact to fit smaller ears<\/li><li>Larger than adult hearing aids<\/li><li>More colorful and vibrant<\/li><li>Extra durable<\/li><li>Often made with hypoallergenic materials to avoid irritation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Children\u2019s hearing aids will also typically include a tamper-proof battery compartment to prevent the battery from becoming a choking hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also may include a large LED on the outside of the device to help alert parents, teachers or other caregivers if the hearing aid isn\u2019t working properly. This is an important feature, as young children specifically may not be able to tell you when their device isn\u2019t working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Style of Hearing Aid Is Best for My Child?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though there are different styles of hearing aids, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) states that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asha.org\/public\/hearing\/hearing-aids-for-children\">behind-the-ear (BTE) models are the most commonly used for children with hearing loss.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are a popular pediatric model for several reasons, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The earmold is easy to clean and simple to replace as your child grows<\/li><li>It\u2019s an effective model for different types of hearing loss<\/li><li>The earmolds are soft and safe for smaller ears<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Treating Hearing Loss in Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children who have hearing loss may have difficulty developing speech and language skills. They may miss or be delayed in certain milestones like speaking their first words or learning how to read. Left untreated, hearing loss can make it difficult for children to communicate with others, make friends, or have success in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve noticed that your child doesn\u2019t startle at loud noises or seem not to hear you when you try to get their attention at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofmobile.org\/parks-rec\/skyland-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Skyland Park<\/a>, schedule an appointment with an audiologist for a hearing test. The earlier a child receives treatment, the less of a delay they will experience in their language and speech development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on pediatric hearing aids or to schedule an appointment with one of our providers, call <span class=\"company-name \">Premier Medical Group<\/span> today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ul class=\"related-posts\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/disaster-preparation-tips-for-those-with-hearing-aids\/\" class=\"related-post\">Disaster Preparation Tips For Those With Hearing Aids<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/how-can-hearing-aids-restore-your-confidence\/\" class=\"related-post\">How Can Hearing Aids Restore Your Confidence?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/hearingaidsmobile.com\/the-link-between-bacterial-meningitis-and-hearing-loss\/\" class=\"related-post\">The Link Between Bacterial Meningitis and Hearing Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Though hearing loss is often associated solely with old age, the truth is anyone can experience hearing loss, including children. If your child is found to have hearing loss, they will most likely be treated with pediatric hearing aids. What Are Pediatric Hearing Aids? Pediatric hearing aids share the same hardware components and work in&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1577,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"Pediatric hearing aids work the same as adult hearing aids. 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