Roy lost his hearing in both ears over time. For a while, hearing aids provided enough amplification, but when they were no longer enough, he decided to get cochlear implants from MED-EL. His cochlear implants gave him his life back—and music too.
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Are you an older adult with hearing loss? Getting a cochlear implant may help you access sound—and enjoy a better quality of life.
Hearing aids and cochlear implants are both solutions for hearing loss. But there are some important differences, from how they work to what level of hearing loss they treat. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at both types of devices.
In 2024, there are more ways than ever to stream sound to your MED-EL audio processor. We’ve got AudioStream, the AudioStream Adapter, and AudioLink for our cochlear implant users, and SAMBA 2 GO for BONEBRIDGE and VIBRANT SOUNDBRIDGE recipients. But with so many choices, it can sometimes be tricky knowing which one to go for. With that in mind, we’ve put together a guide to the best streaming options for everything from hearing aids to phone calls.
Even though Junior from Brazil was born with profound hearing loss in his left ear and severe hearing loss in his right ear, he already knew at a young age that he would never give up his love for music. Today, music still plays an essential role in Junior’s private and professional life thanks to his cochlear implant. He shares his hearing journey and tells us how his CI improved his life as a successful musician.
