RIC (receiver in canal) hearing aids are a type of behind-the-ear hearing aid where the receiver is placed in the ear canal rather than behind the ear. This placement of the receiver in the ear canal provides superior sound quality over similar open-fit behind-the-ear styles. RIC hearing aids are nearly invisible, with just a small casing placed behind the ear connected to a thin wire leading to a receiver and dome or custom ear piece in the ear canal. They are suitable for mild to severe hearing loss and come in various styles, colors, and options.

1. Receiver In The Canal (RIC) Hearing Aids
One of the newest subsets of behind-the-ear (BTE)
hearing aid styles is the receiver-in-the-canal (RIC)
hearing aid. Nearly invisible, while still providing
superior sound quality, RICs are an excellent choice for
many who are seeking better hearing in a small,
unobtrusive package! You may be a great candidate for
this style!
Also known as receiver-in-the-ear (RITE) hearing aids, RICs are purported
to improve the quality of sound over similar open-fit BTEs available in
today’s market. Like open-fit BTEs, RICs have a similar fit. A small casing,
housing the internal workings of the hearing instrument, sits atop the outer
visible portion of the ear.
This casing is usually low profile and nearly invisible. With traditional and
open-fit BTEs, this casing houses the entire mechanics of the hearing
instrument and sends the signal to the ear by means of a thin tube
connected to a small flexible dome or custom ear piece.
With RICs, the receiver (small loudspeaker) actually sits in the outer ear
canal, and the tubing connecting the behind the ear portion is replaced by a
small thin wire leading to the receiver. A small flexible dome or custom ear
piece houses the receiver, protecting the speaker as it sits in the ear. This
deep placement of the receiver has been shown to provide better, more
natural sound quality.
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2. These hearing aids are well suited for a wide range of hearing impairment
(mild to severe)! A variety of styles, colors, and options are available. They
are so small; many will not even know you are wearing anything! Ask your
hearing healthcare provider about your candidacy for RIC hearing aids
today!
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