{"id":2430,"date":"2023-06-16T17:07:40","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T21:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/?p=2430"},"modified":"2023-06-16T17:07:40","modified_gmt":"2023-06-16T21:07:40","slug":"what-are-the-differences-between-hearing-aids-and-hearing-amplification-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hearingsc.com\/what-are-the-differences-between-hearing-aids-and-hearing-amplification-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Differences Between Hearing Aids and Hearing Amplification Devices?"},"content":{"rendered":"
While both hearing aids<\/a> and hearing amplification devices have a similar goal, they are very different technologies. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the differences between them to discover what device is best to treat hearing loss.<\/p>\n Hearing amplification devices, also called personal sound amplification products (PSAPs), can look somewhat similar to hearing aids. Similarly, both hearing aids and PSAPs have the ability to amplify sounds. However, that is where the similarities end.<\/p>\n Hearing amplification devices are much simpler technology that takes all the sounds you pick up and makes them louder. They can be a helpful tool for some people who need slight amplification in specific situations. However, they are not recommended as a treatment for hearing loss.<\/a><\/p>\nWhat Are Hearing Amplification Devices? <\/h2>\n