Types of Hearing Aids Explained | Visual Guide for Patients & Caregivers #3472699 (License: Personal Use)

This illustration displays three primary hearing aid styles: behind-the-ear (BTE), in-the-ear (ITE), and in-the-canal (ITC), each shown both as standalone devices and fitted into a human ear. The BTE model features a curved tube connecting the main body behind the ear to an earmold or dome in the ear canal; the ITE sits entirely within the outer ear; and the ITC is smaller, fitting partially into the ear canal. Each design balances visibility, power, and comfort for different degrees of hearing loss.

Used on audiology clinic websites, patient education portals, and hearing health blogs to help users understand hearing aid options before consultation. Matches user intent to compare device types, assess fit, or prepare for a hearing evaluation.