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The sensitivity of a cochlear implant system governs the quietest sound level that results in usable stimulation for the implantee. This must be “just right” for a recipient to get the best benefit from their device. Given the terms used in the title, we will begin with a couple of definitions: Dynamics relates to how
We have received positive feedback from hearing professionals using our Adult Rehabilitation Kits to provide auditory rehabilitation in clinical settings. There is growing evidence to support a focus on auditory rehabilitation post cochlear implantation. A 2020 state-of-the-art review concluded that auditory training is a valid tool to support auditory rehabilitation for individuals with hearing loss,
Cochlear implantation is internationally recognized as the standard of care for patients with severe-to-profound hearing loss , with bilateral implantation regarded as the gold standard. However, despite a well-established body of research highlighting the cost-effectiveness of bilateral cochlear implantation and improved quality of life outcomes, it is believed that just 4.2% of people who are
To deter the spread of SARS-CoV-2, or coronavirus, many governments and health authorities have called for the wearing of face masks. While the situation has recently improved and face mask requirements have eased in some countries, one thing is certain: COVID-19 has made the wearing of face masks a normal part of everyday life for billions of people, especially in clinical settings and when infection rates are high.
Across the globe, technology is evolving rapidly to adapt to ongoing challenges, but audiology is inherently personal—you are helping to enable your patients’ connection to their loved ones and the world. So we ask ourselves: How can we ensure the best possible ongoing care for hearing implant recipients? How can we overcome these obstacles and