PRETORIA COCHLEAR IMPLANT UNIT

A cochlear implant is an electronic hearing device that was designed to bypass the damaged inner ear by electrically stimulating the hearing nerve. Unlike conventional hearing aids, a cochlear implant does not amplify sound, it replaces the functioning of the inner hair cells by stimulating the hearing nerve with electrical impulses... A cochlear implant can provide useful hearing for severe to profoundly deaf children and adults. A cochlear implant offers the opportunity for a young deaf child to learn to communicate effectively through spoken language. For adults and older children with this degree of hearing loss, a cochlear implant offers improved access to speech and sound... Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.