Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) affects how sound is sent from the ear's inner hair cells to the brain. Here's the latest research on ANSD, cochlear implant candidacy, and tips for (re)habilitation unique to this patient population.
Many families wait a long amount of time for their baby’s cochlear implant surgery and for their child to gain optimal access to sound. While some professionals and caregivers think paediatric cochlear implant rehabilitation can only begin after implantation, this notion is incorrect. In fact, rehabilitation support can be offered right from the diagnosis of
Nearly half of the global population speaks a tonal language, in which pitch changes can alter the meaning of words. In the last two decades, rapid advances in cochlear implant technology have improved speech perception among these users. Here's the recent research on tonal languages and cochlear implants, along with best practices to facilitate the development of tonal perception and speech production.
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