You can’t benefit from a cochlear implant without having surgery. But what does cochlear implant surgery involve, how long does it take, and how is new technology making it more precise than ever before? Let’s take a closer look.
You can’t benefit from a cochlear implant without having surgery. But what does cochlear implant surgery involve, how long does it take, and how is new technology making it more precise than ever before? Let’s take a closer look.
Cochlear implants are medical devices that have restored hearing to hundreds and thousands of people. Still, there’s no denying that getting a cochlear implant is a big decision. Afterall, a cochlear implant requires surgery and is designed to be with you for decades to come. With all that in mind, it’s understandable if you’re worried you might regret getting a cochlear implant for yourself or your child. Here’s a look at cochlear implant regret rates, early challenges, and insights from both users and experts.
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You might well feel nervous before getting a hearing implant but preparing for the surgery—as well as understanding what to expect after it—can help you stay calm. Read these tips on what you can do before your hearing implant surgery to prepare for both the procedure and recovery.
Keri Reynolds is a bilateral cochlear implant recipient who also works with the MED-EL USA team. She regularly shares her advice and personal tips with other candidates and recipients to help them on their own cochlear implant journey. You’ve gone through all the candidacy testing and you are a candidate for a cochlear
After using a cochlear implant on one ear for 6 months, Yelena decided get a second CI and shares her experience of what it’s like to go bilateral.