These OTC devices can, in fact, be cheaper than their prescription hearing aid counterparts.
For more, here’s acomprehensive guide to OTC hearing aidsand a value comparison ofOTC hearing aids.
What are self-fitting hearing aids?
What makes self-fitting OTC hearing aids different from non-self-fitting OTC devices?
Non-self-fitting devices sold over the counter need to meet different standards.
The registration is essentially a claim that the gadget meets FDA standards," Godman wrote.
They also found that the OTC hearing aids produced similar outcomes to audiologist-fitted hearing aids.
For more, here’s whyhearing loss is more commonthan you think andhow new technology could help.