Hearing loss affects individuals of all ages, and practically everybody experiences some hearing loss as they age. Of course, many people don’t want to talk about (or even think about) hearing loss, but like many things in life ignoring it doesn’t make it go away. If you think you have a hearing loss, or know
If you've ever had your hearing tested, you might recall seeing a chart filled with lines and symbols. This chart, known as an audiogram, visually represents your hearing levels and is essential for diagnosing and managing hearing loss. But what exactly is an audiogram, and how is it used? Let's dive in to find out!
The MED-EL RONDO Single-Unit Processor has just been approved for use in Australia. If you have a question about RONDO, we’ve put together some frequently-asked questions (and answers) to help you out! What is RONDO? The MED-EL RONDO is the world’s first single-unit processor (SUP) for cochlear implants. This means that it combines the audio
If you have a MED-EL cochlear implant, or any other telecoil-enabled audio processor, induction loops are your key to wireless hearing in public locations.
We get a lot of questions from people who are preparing for their hearing implant surgery. One of the most common has to do with anesthesia. Sometimes, people are concerned about anesthesia during implantation, but there’s very little to be worried about! Hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world have received hearing implants, from
Age-related hearing loss is one of the most common health conditions associated with the ageing process. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, over 30% of people above age 60, and over 50% of people above age 85, have a hearing loss. There’s even a special term for it: Presbycusis, which
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