In previous posts we’ve shown a few pictures of the cochlea and MED-EL electrodes, but what’s the connection between the cochlea and flexible electrodes? There are a few different reasons why flexibility is so important, but today we’ll focus on just one of them: how delicate the cochlea is. The whole cochlea is approximately the
So what is a cochlear implant? How does it work? MED-EL has been handmaking cochlear implants for over 25 years, so we know exactly what it takes to do it right. Now, you get the chance to see a break-down of the precision components and high-tech engineering which go into creating a cochlear implant.
For someone who’s received a cochlear implant in their teen or adult years, their hearing is likely to change during the first few months after activation. Many recipients will say that the low frequency sounds start to get fuller, deeper, and more natural. But why does this change happen?
Residual hearing is the ability to hear some sounds even if a hearing loss exists. Having residual hearing is important because it can have a substantial impact on a person’s hearing performance both now and in the future.
Discover the importance of fundamental frequencies in understanding speech and music. Learn how low frequencies, around 125–250 Hz, help distinguish speech stress patterns, nasality, age, gender, moods, and even musical notes like Middle C. These frequencies are crucial for comprehending the nuances in communication and enjoying music.
Here’s a guest article from MED-EL cochlear implant recipient Robert Grey where he talks about what it was like to lose his hearing and receive a CI. Robert, who lives in the United Kingdom, lost his hearing after contracting meningitis at age 13. Meningitis Here I am, 32 years after contracting meningitis at the age of
