Category Archives: Hearing Aids
An Overview of Cochlear Implants
If youre hoping that a cochlear implant will restore hearing, youre in for a disappointment. Although an implant can create a simulacrum of hearing by providing a representation of sounds and can make it possible for a hearing impaired person to understand speech, it is far and away not the same as restoring hearing. So how does it work?
Types of Hearing Aids
Choosing the right hearing aid is a big decision. Once youve got it, you have to live with it or else try a different aid and incur additional expense. Knowing what types of hearing aid are available and what factors to be on the lookout for will help you to make an informed decision that suits your specific situation.