This is very informative. Thank you. We have two kids with cochlear implants. They're still too young to give us real feedback on what their implants sound like, but they do seem to hear us very well and understand us very well.
Zenek and Sasha's Hearing, that is awesome! Growing up my parents found it very rewarding for me to respond to their voice when I was not facing them or in a different room. Every little thing is a huge feedback. :)
Absolutely! And it comes in phases too. In the beginning, hearing them respond or say new words was awesome. Speech therapy, while useful, was favoring saying words over comprehension. So our son kind of turned into a parrot. You'd ask him "what's your favorite color?" and he'd say "what's your favorite color?" So we saw the need to move on to the next goals. Over the last year we've made a big shift in how we're handling things. He started at a school for the deaf in September and we've seen big, big improvements! Lately, the real rewards have been seeing his comprehension. Just the other day my wife asked him to get something from another room (in English - without any gestures) and he left the room and came back with it. That was huuuge!
That is so awesome! I love hearing moments like this and it shows that anything is possible! Keep up the great work and I am excited to watch your story unfold.
@@ZenekandSashasHearing How are the kids doing now, if you don't mind me asking? My 3 year old son will be getting cochlear implants in about two months.
So glad to hear that and glad my videos have helped. I know this something my parents wished they had when I first got my implant at age 6. Let me know if you have any more questions!
Great video thanks! Cochlear implants are honestly just the coolest thing! Whenever I see somebody fitted with implant(s), I to this very day am still in awe of how amazing it is that we have such an ability
A girl on here only had total hearing loss in one ear. They were able to make a recording of exactly what it sounded like, at least for her. Surprisingly it sounded just like what we hear, only a little muffled.
It's muffled because that is how the brain is processing the sound, when I first got implanted it was muffled but over time and practise my brain learned how to tune those sounds, eventually that muffle went away.
@@spuriouseffect when you are first activated, it does sound like that! Because they don't just turn on all your hearing because the brain will feel overloaded by so much information all at once. So they just give you three beep tones first, so things will sound like a robot, in the beginning they will be very loud but your brain will learn that they are one of a million of the softest sounds, after a few weeks you will be given more beeps for your brain to process and learn, so you take appointments with an audiologist that tunes your hearing, it's called "mapping". They tune them several times every so many weeks, till your brain gets around 50% or 80% of sounds if you are lucky. If your brain is unable to process any more (which is sadly the case for adults that get implanted late) they get around 30% which is nowhere near enough to manage a conversation without asking to repeat. So it depends on the person, it takes so much practise and time to learn sounds, tones, tunes, pronunciation, pitches etc. It takes years of hard work!
Hi! I got a ci for my right ear two weeks ago! I have otosclerosis since I was 3 years old (aparently) and I've used hearing aids since I was 8 (I'm 20 now), but in the past few years my otosclerosis progressed a lot especially in my right ear. This video really helped me because I was worried about how I'm going to listen now.. so thank youuu! I'm just going to be patient in this whole process :D
Hi, Paula How do you find your CI experience? I also have otosclerosis (age 48) and recently went deaf in my right ear and planning to get an implant. I wear a hearing aid in my left ear. I’d love to hear an update.
@@kerrimorris9875 Hi Kerri, how are you? It's been 3 years now since I got my ci and I'm doing awesome. The first year my doctor calibrated it once every 2 o 3 months, and now we're doing it just once a year. Let me tell you that it takes a little time to get used to it. At first it feels like a bunch of noise that doesn't make any sense and a bit robotic, but now that it's been 3 years I hear very very well, and the 'robotic' has come down almost completely, it took a year for me to hear 'normal'. The robotic part will always be there because it's the way the ci works, but as I said, I barely feel it now. I still use a hearing aid on my left ear so they both make a good team. I hope this helps you and every one who reads it, and feel free to message me on Instagram (@paulitagarciaf) it's easier for me to respond there 😊✨
Anybody who makes fun of your implant is a straight-up idiot. You have one of the coolest pieces of technology ever invented. They're just proving their own ignorance.
Dude, tell them to screw off! You being able to hear is amazing and a miracle! They're just mad because there's nothing miraculous about them! God Bless you and your new journey of sound! April in North Carolina
My eyes keep changing prescription and this is how i feel every time i go for a new eye test i think it wont have changed and im always shocked at the difference. The little tweaks make a big difference. Thanks for sharing with us what a fantastic piece of technology!
There is a special adapter that I have, it's a set of earphones that I can plug into a single implant. Then if I give the earphones to someone they can have a listen to what I hear through the implants. Usually the biggest response is the fact that it's louder, crisper, and they can hear more and further out. The sound is sharp to them, like they have been on low quality sound this entire time and all of a sudden they have been put on the highest quality sound ever, like putting on a really good pair of headphones and just loving it. They have even grabbed a water bottle and shook it to listen to the water splashing in crisp detail in awe. It's fun to watch XD.
Hi David, I am a longtime CI recipient since 1995. Upgraded N6 processor for N22 more than a year ago with my new audiologist in FL. Had a little bit of tinnitus since then but saw one of your replies that you had none. Overall, your CI video is very inspiring to me.
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Thank you so much for making this video! I will be getting a CI soon (next few months) and I have so many questions, esp. How I will be hearing. I was born with hearing loss, have worn hearing aids my while life (now 49 years old) and I just can't imagine hearing things differently than I currently do. I get that I will hear things I have never heard before but the things I can hear...trips me out! I am excited but so curious! So thank you for taking the time to share your experience💕
That is so awesome, Anna! Feel free to reach out on my website or Instagram @davidbcluff if you have any more questions. I remember the day I got my 2nd implant turned on and everything sounded like ducks. Crazy, right!?! :) One thing to remember is the first day they turn it on they will program it with "training wheels" and then as you return for follow-up appointments in the weeks to follow, they will slowly start expanding your listening experience. Had I known that when I was 14, I might have been less frustrated with my initial hearing experience and allowed the process to take place :) Best wishes! -David
Sound that I dislike is when trains coming into station and you get the squeal of them coming in , but don’t think I’m alone with that’s as I’m sure more able hearing people find this to
If the audiologist can adjust the volume on your implant programs, does that help limit loud sounds like the train brakes squeaking? I take a public bus and as a hearing person I really dislike when the bus brakes squeal, too.
This is a good video, I too have Advanced Bionics like you. I’m a single sided deaf person that has bilateral cochlear implants. Meaning I grew up only hearing out of one ear and 100% deaf out of the other, not even a hearing aid could benefit my bad ear. I was like that since birth for 29 years and I’ve always wanted to hear out of both ears. Six years ago I made the leap to not just get one ear done, but both so both ears have the same internal generation and both learned to hear together. The beginning for me was quite interesting because my brain didn’t know how to stay with just my right ear anymore, now it had to learn how to help my bad side which is my left side. Today it’s much better than what it was 6 years ago, but my dominant ear will always be the right ear as I heard out of this ear since birth, my left does okay by itself but doesn’t sound as rich as my right ear but I get by and my left side has higher stimulation levels than my right side. My right sounds okay but abit softer when it’s on it’s own, but when I have the two ears on, it sounds balanced and complete! :) I’m curious, what years were you implanted in? I was simultaneously implanted in 2012. :)
That is awesome! Thanks for sharing. I got my first implant (right ear) in 1999 and my second implant (left ear) in 2007. My left ear, like you, is not my best ear as my right ear is my dominant and more experienced ear. I don't hear as well when they are each on their own but when I wear both of them together, they sound rich and complete. My left ear is still learning but it is amazing what the ears can do when they are both working together.
David B. Cluff, wow so you have a C1 internal implant on your right side and a 90K on your left side. How did you decide to go bilateral after a big jump in the internal technology? AB is making a new sound processor for the C1 internal implant. But I don’t know when that will come out, I’m excited for those who have the C1 on one side because it needs to shine more. Your new side can use the latest BTE sound processor called the Naída and have an off the ear waterproof processor called the Neptune. Hearing in water is awesome, even with one ear! :)
David B. Cluff also, I made a correction to my previous comment, I’m a single sided deaf person. I really don’t know how my iPhone takes words out when I hit post lol
Thank you David for sharing. I just got new hearing aids with Bluetooth. I’m still not sure what I hear or if other people can hear like if I’m talking on the cell. I know that they can hear me but it’s still new and unsure of what they can hear. Anyway, since I’m hearing so well I want to hear better. Found out that my R ear qualities and it’s my worst ear. I’m waiting for the CT scan to see if it’s all a go. I’m excited to be able to hear my granddaughter. So, this “old” gal is ready to learn new sounds.
This was a nice comparison. No two devices are alike and i can imagine with continued improvements hearing will only get better as they increase the amount of signals
Cochlear implant, Not perfect, but is FANTASTIC. Better than any hearing aid I ever had, Sounds slightly different. Old music is slightly distorted, New music is not so good. Some of the frequencies in the music that adds clarity or "body" are missing.
Very well stated and worded...…...I was grinning/smiling throughout the entire video! Good for you David! All I did was get MiracleEar ITE hearing aids last October 2019 which changed everything for me, and I cannot imagine your experiences. Your video delighted me thoroughly!!
Thank you so much for your very clear video. My daughter (who is only two years old) just got her implants and as a hearing mother I am trying to understand her experience as much as possible. Videos like these really help me get a better view on her experience. Since my daughter is still adjusting and I am raising her bi-lingual, so we communicate fore mostly in sign language still. I was wondering how your experience is with that, do you still use sign language every day? would you recommend using sign language still? Would love to hear from you. Thanks
Great question! I began learning sign language leading up to my hearing loss and really helped me keep communication with my family when I lost my hearing. Once I got my cochlear implant we continued to use sign language while I re-learned to hear the world around me. Once I got more comfortable hearing, we began using ASL mostly at night when my cochlear implants are off and/or charging. Today, my wife and I continue to sign language during the times I can't hear or in a busy restaurant. The best advice I can give is to do what works best for you and your family. Language is a beautiful thing. I hope this helps answer your question. Let me know if you have any other questions. Best luck in your journey! -David
I never started signing until I was in high school, and it didn't matter because if I relied heavily on signing I would never learned how to talk or listen. You never learn unless if you are put into an environment when you HAVE to learn, but if your entire family is deaf and it's a need all the time, then learning how to hear is a completely different story. in my experience when I have friends with cochlear implants and rely on signing, they have no clue on how to use their hearing and they can't talk, they keep asking what sound is what, while I am completely capable because I gained my milestones, If you don't gain them, you're never able to learn them again and they're extremely important. At an early age, vocal communication can be taught, later, it cannot, it's extremely difficult, sign language on the other hand can be learned later any time in life, just don't lean heavily on it. I for example, sign when I'm eating because I know it's rude to speak when eating, or when I am swimming around, little things like that are nice, but never 24/7.If you would like your child to learn and to be capable of vocal communication, then encourage it, I had a speech therapist as a child and I loved her, if you prefer to sign, I know heaps of people who do that and that's okay, it just closes doors to opportunities. Hope that helps.
I'm sixteen student and I'm deaf. I've worn hear aid since I was 18 months old, so for me is normal listen though them. I've got a brother with two choclear implants. I’ve never had a problem except in noisy environments. I speak well, I study in a "Liceo Classico" and play the piano, I have won national and international competitions without anyone knowing about my problem. All this to say that for me they never constituted a problem. And I can almost certainly say that I hear faithfully and that I have heard at least once all the sounds that for many people are difficult (e.g. chirping birds). However my deafness has always been a "borderline situation" with a cochlear implant. Over the years, my hearing has gotten a little worse, so we were gradually turning up the volume. I have lost other decibels, but the hear aids cannot be raised further and already the sound at times distorts and whistles. When I get back every day from school after only 4/5 of lesson I have headache and I’m very tired. I don’t watch television or movies without subtitles because I can’t distinguish words: it could be any language! And so also in the daily speaking, I feel that they are speaking to me but I cannot recognize the words, unless there is absolute silence. So I can’t do many things that my peers do. But if there’s silence, I actually hear like a normal person. Could an implant help me or is it too risky given my good prosthetics? Sorry for the long message but I’m really undecided.
Hi there! Thanks for reaching out and I totally understand where you are coming from. Those headaches at the end of a day of classes remind me of the listening fatigue I got through out my school years. It happens to most of us with hearing aids / cochlear implants. You mention you feel your hearing is declining. That is a good indicator to review what options your audiologist suggests and get insights from medical professionals. My mother is a pianist as well and with my cochlear implant, I am able to enjoy listening to the piano more than when I had a hearing aid at age 6. There is a online event at the end of the month where you can learn about the newest cochlear implant available: advancedbionics.cventevents.com/event/1604ef58-51d8-4df6-939f-721e7567c2d3/summary Let me know if this helps or if you have more questions. -David
Thank you for your reply. It's really helpful to know that other people had been in this situation. I've already told my equipe, and they have different opinion. 😅 If you don't mind I have some questions. Is it true that implants help listening in noisy environments? What I'm more worried about is how the implants would sound to me. I know there will be a period of adaptation, but I don't want it to sound metallic. It's obvious for you that it's normal to wear it. Is the sound clear and "crystalline"and not closed and robotic? People have told me that the sound is good, but not "natural" like the difference between a live concert and a recording in a studio. Is it like this also for you? On UA-cam I watched some videos that imitate how an implant sounds like, and they aren't reassuring, because the sound is really strange😬, but I've also listened to hearing aid simulations and they sound completely different from how I feel them😂😂. Thank you. It's nice when people share each other their stories.
@@e.b.4759 Great questions! Depending on the cochlear implant and the types of programs applied to them, it can often help in noisy environments. Wireless microphones for group settings is a popular option or finding the right settings for your microphones. Noisy environments can still present some challenges but there are some tools to help. Sound imitations of a cochlear implant sounds way more robotic than what I actually hear. Alike when you heard hearing aid simulations. My normal might be different than another person with a cochlear implant as it comes down to personal preferences during a mapping session with a audiologist. It is hard to say how one will hear with it and it may take time to adapt. Hope that helps!
I hadcto hsve a couple hear implant as Iosty hearing g tonslmost nothing. No hearing left ear 2 percent hearing right ear. Been deaf for years but gradually went down tonalmost nothing
Thank you soo much for the video..very informative..my 2year old kid had his CI few days back..I am really worried abt his hearing..your video really boosted me..
Thanks for this Dave,kindly tell us which Cochlear Brand do you use,my son lost his hearing last November and we are weighing options for which Brand to use
Hi @uncleinnoofficial184, Great question! My cochlear implant is from Advanced Bionics. They have great resources for kids and parents. www.advancedbionics.com/us/en/home/ab4kids.html I loved their listening room when re-learning to hear again! Let me know if you have any more questions about AB. -David
Hi ,David . Thank you soo much this video will help me ,I need to do a cochlear implant in both of my ears ,I'm really afraid , soo many years I expand a lot of money for hearing aids .but they don't help me anymore. Thank you and I hope I will make the surgery as soon it's possible .🤗😁🙏
I have had hearing aids all my life and current pair are the best I have had so far. The sound quality of my current hearing aids are crispy clear and I the music on my iPhone (Bluetooth) is fantastic. The bad news is that I am now officially completely deaf in the right ear. Just when I started to hear the singers voice so clearly that it all comes to an end. An appointment is being made to see CI specialist and I am not happy. Will I ever enjoy hearing music the same way again?
Hi Keith, I can see where you are coming from. I am no medical expert but the fact you had hearing stimulation recently, your ability to adapt to a new CI should be more smooth than someone who never heard before. I experienced this with my left ear where it had no stimulation for 13 years and it took longer for me to understand sound in that ear alone than it did on my right ear which had a 6-month gap between when I lost my hearing to when I got my CI. I found to really love music with my Advanced Bionics sound processor + roger/Bluetooth system. Hope this helps!
Well, a cochlear implant is more or less a 24 channel electric stimulator for 24 locations of your cochlear. Inside a healthy cochlear you have thousands of hearing cells along the whole spiral. So you are normally able to hear thousands of different frequencies. For a cochlear implant there are just 24. But your brain gets used to it. After a while you feel comfortable with this. In principle you can also redistribute the channels randomly. After a while your brain will recognize and redistribute its neuronal network to interpret the signals as normal sound. In fact our eyes are much more limited than our ears. We can see only three frequencies. But our brain can make virtiually a lot of different colours out of this limited information. And every person has a different colour sight. If you would playback the information of your optical nerve from another person, you would not be able recognize certain colours, your brain is adjusted to. But after a while you would be able to see the "new colours" after your brain had learned to interpret them correctly.
Yep, and a real simulation of what they do needs to be audio reduced to single amplitudes across 24 frequencies (or frequency ranges). Some videos on the topic just play muffled or eq'd audio to simulate it, but in reality, it would be much more indistinct in pitch.
I have mild hearing loss probably caused by Turner Syndrome, and I can say based on my own experience of gradual loss that even mild hearing loss can make a huge difference. I was speaking a little louder than I probably should. If there was background noise (such as in a Jamba Juice or any other restaurant order counter), I might've had to ask the cashier to repeat themselves because I was hearing the pitch of the background noise better than the frequency of their voices. Resonating/echoing sounds? Those were a lot flatter. Background instruments in music? I wasn't noticing those as much, either. I can only imagine how much it would be different for those who have more severe hearing loss or even those who are deaf. Just like with sight, sound has so much detail to it that enhances experiences in life. I didn't know how much was fading away until I got hearing aids because I could still hear well enough to not be suspicious of any loss until I worked in a call center. I'm glad you get a chance to at least partially experience what you wouldn't have thanks to cochlear implants!
thanks for uploading. pls my 5 yearold son has hearing loss.it been difficulty to access proper clinic here in nigeria. pls how can i get cochlear implent for my son.thank you.
Thank you for your video. You obviously like the sound quality you get from your CI. Do you ever notice changes in the sound quality unrelated to processor program changes? I have "good and bad hearing days," Just wondering if anyone else has this problem. The way you describe the reprogramming of your processor, and how the old program sounded later, is a lot like what I experience every few days.
Wittgenstein and the beetle in the box. I understand your changes from one experience to another, but not one of those experiences is actually imaginable to me.
i have a very serious question: what might happen if hearing implants unexpectedly get a whole new technological advancement in cochlear implants technology? (a hypothetical): what if there was a completely new cochlear technology created (invented?)… would that simply require new program uploading or what if it required an entirely newer device? would it actually be possible to go back in (operationally) to remove the old implant while immediately implanting (since all is open during surgery at that moment) the new/future (hypothetically presented in this question) technological implant(s)? or is one “committed to the first/original/(only?)” implant surgically implanted/engaged when it occurs in their life? (i’m literally/honestly asking for a friend - i’m luckily w/o hearing loss in both my ears - knock on wood).. thanks for your video & possible reply!
Hi Jason, great question! I will eventually need to go in for surgery to replace my current internal device with an upgraded version to be compatible with the newest technology. This may happen in the next 5-10 years unless my current device fails before that time. There have been some who have already undergone this surgery and had success with it and I am hopeful for mine as well. Thanks for asking!
@@DavidBCluff awesome to know (& relay some relief to my friend).. it seems there is an unspoken assumption that once you get an implant, you’re stuck w/the device & only reliant on firmware upgrades wirelessly.. so good to know, & good luck w/your operational future upgrade! thank you for your reply!
Hi David, great video. My son Josh has CIs (6 years old, had them for 5 years). Your videos are very very useful to us so to help us to understand what Josh is going through.
Can i use those ear hooks for the Medel Sonnet 2 or they're made specifically for AB products?they look so firm on the ears and i am wondering if i can buy them online
I hope this is not a totally dumb question. Does a deaf person using a cochlear for the first time automatically understand the spoken words? Is there an intrinsic understanding if they never heard the words before? I can only speak for the hearing side, for example when reading you would always have the sound of words in mind.
I understood spoken word but not with strangers that comes after a while but yvare not going to understand everybody sound is strange at first but then OK. Its not true what people against cochlear implants say that the sound is always strange utube guilty.of that
It would be interesting for me to discuss with a person who had no hearing until cochlear implant. Does the new "information" really feel like sound? I can imagine, that your brain even needs time to learn what sound is. Maybe, in the beginning, this electric stimulation feels very strange, maybe more like tickle or pain or something completely new.
Hey David..thanks so much for this video...I'm curious on the healing process and how it feels...also do u have a magnetic piece or a post Implant and which is better do you think if you have any idea...Thanks again!
Hi JoJo, sorry for the delay. The healing process went pretty smoothly for me. You are not able to wear the cochlear implant processor (external part for about 3 weeks after the surgery) so the waiting part for me was the hardest part. I prefer the magnetic attachment as that is all I really know and I like being able to take it off at night.
Thank you, David for helping us. I see my cochlear implants team this week and am so scared. I have tried several specialists, 3 different hearing aids and nothing has worked. Each said to give your brain time to adapt, but each time, it did not improve. I'm so frightened that I will go through a painful, expensive procedure, just to end up where I am now. I am a professional musician and am heartbroken to have recently lost my hearing due to a routine outpatient surgery gone very wrong. Do you think there's any way I will be able to teach and hear my beloved music again? Is it worth the risk? Please help 🙏 Thanks so much! 🙂🎶
Yes David I think.y. Will cochlear implants are much better than hearing aids. No comparison at all .the operation was not painful but was dizzy for a couple of weeks. I am 77 and have had implant for.20 years had a new one a few months ago. Latest ones are better I can hear 2 graphs higher. Go ahead y won't regret it
I am sorry to ask such a maybe stupid question because i just dont know anything about deafness. So when a person is deaf he has problems to talk obviously because the person can not hear his/her voice? Especially when the person is born deaf. With such an implant however the person is able to hear its own voice again, so that means after some time and learning the person can speak normally again? I am not deaf but i think its just very interesting how those implants sound and i bet everybody with such an implant want to always know if the things they hear is actually like a person without an implant would hear. If i had such an implant i would be constantly fine tune the implant or asking other people how they hear the current situation etc..
What part of your ear is damaged or not working before you got an implant? I m having my 1st appointment in 2 weeks and I m afraid that I will be turned down. I have hair cell nerve damaged inside the cochlear and Ive read saying the implant will be unsuccessful.
I became profoundly deaf in my right ear about a year and a half ago, apparently due to my bout with COVID as it happened concurrently. Yesterday, January 5, 2022, I had my cochlear implant turned on for the first time. At this point I am very disappointed as the sound quality is nothing short of horrible. I was expecting a little better initially. I understand I should expect better results as time goes on and my brain adapts to the new sound. It does pick up even very faint sounds such as a clock ticking across the room but every sound sounds very high-pitched and shrill, almost like hearing glass breaking constantly unless the environment is quiet. All sounds through the cochlear implant seem to be an octave above the actual sound. Hearing and understanding speech is very difficult and requires much concentration. It sounds high-pitched and without any emotion, again shrill, distorted and robotic but I can hear it modulating. It's the modulation which gives, besides the context, the greatest clue as to what is being said. I invested a lot into this device, monetarily, emotionally and physically; therefore, I intend to work hard in the coming months/years the greatest success with it.
Richard, When I turned my 2nd CI on for the first time everything sounded like ducks! I hope you give yourself plenty of grace as you navigate this new chapter. The first few months are going to be full of new sounds your brain is trying to learn. Don't miss out on your mapping sessions that happen in the first few months with your audiologist as they are still working to refine your programing. It is never perfect on day 1. :) Good luck and take it one sound at a time. :) -David
Richard, this is my worst nightmare, that I will get the implants and waste my time and money! Everyone said give my brain time to adjust to my hearing aids. I've had 3 different ones, and time did not improve any of them. How long have you had your implants? In hindsight, would you do this again? Thanks, Kathy 🎶
Thank you, your video made us hugely optimistic about our baby's operation.. May I ask you what device you use,, is it Medel, AB, or cochlea? We are about to choose a company and we don't know what to choose
Hello! For the last 21 years, I have been using AB. I have the Naida Q90 Sound Processor (left ear) and a Chorus Sound Processor (right ear). If you have any more questions, let me know! Best of luck on your journey!
@@DavidBCluff Thank you, David, was really nice to receive from you 😊 Well, we were aiming for Naida Q90 too. But some said ABs, Q30 she meant, have troubles with it's fragile cable. Is it the case for Q90 too? Did you wish that it would have been better if you have dealt with another company like MedEl for example? And how frequent you need spare parts for your Q90? Sorry for much questioning,, but we are seeking experiences to back our decisions up,,, Most of thanks to you..
Kinda late here, but I've used CI on my right ear when i was about 9 months old and got adapted to it pretty quickly, and i got my second implant very late when i was 18 years old. Its almost been one year since i got the second surgery and implanting but I didn't do much sound training and speech therapy, compared to my first one ( especially when my mom was around to guide me properly but now I have college and stuff to attend, so it feels like I'm neglecting my second implant) My question is, is it too late to practice on my other ear? All my life i got used to using my right ear and I just naturally stand on people's left side to hear better and wish i could change that behavior. With my second implant, i can hear something, but they're muffled and i can't pick up words. How do i properly train my 2nd CI?
I'm thinking about getting the CI implants done and but I have a query for you, are you able to play a musical instrument and enjoy listening to music? I'm worried that I may not adjust and have to give up music and playing my guitar.
Hi Jack, I started to learn to speak before my implants as I still had most of my hearing (lost it overnight when I was 6) and was in speech therapy before and for about 5 years after the implant.
Could you give me your opinion of the best brand of cochlear..my son is 6 months and we just had to chose his type. We chose the cochlear brand..The audiologist would not say which one she preferred.. we have done research but everything seems to be opinion based..we can't find any studies comparing the 3 brands..Kind of like comparing ford, chevy, and dodge..we chose cochlear based on the looks and the technology available at this time ..thanks for the help
Hello! This is a common and often challenging decision as Cochlear, Advanced Bionics and etc all have great products to provide. Just like your comparison to the different car brands, my parents selected Advanced Bionics when I was 6 years old as they liked the style and the technology that was available at the time. When I got my 2nd Cochlear Implant at age 14, I did lots of research and it came down to what style did I like, what accessories would I use and so forth. I picked Advanced Bionics for the ease of keeping both my ears under one manufacturer and I loved the design. I have friends who have Cochlear, Advanced Bionics, MedEl, etc and each loves them for various reasons and don't regret their choices. These brands have the same concept and goal, but each have unique styles and accessories. All in all, you won't be the first parent to pick a cochlear implant based on the style. :) Do what feels best and continue to consult with your Audiologist and ENT about the brands. Hope this helps!
My 8 year son will be getting implants soon we are both scared of him not being able to recognize my voice or music. Where you able to recognize voices and music?
Misty Lopez, in time, yes. Depending on his hearing loss background and if he had any prior experience with hearing via hearing aids his ability to relearn to hear with a Cochlear Implant will come a little easier but will still take time. When I first got my left ear implanted at age 14, everything sounded like ducks. 😂 but when I had my right ear turned on at age 6, I distinctly remember saying, “I hear my foot steps.” Each experience is going to be different and with time, hearing with a Cochlear Implant will become normal to him. I wish you both the best! Keep me posted on his journey!
Nice video David. Still I got the question of whether all voices sounds similar or can the wearer identify the person based on speaker's voice. Thanks.
Hi Santosh, Great question! Yes, I can tell voices apart and hear fluctuation in individual voices. Now, if I am in a group of people and has loud background noises, it gets tough to identify the person based on the voice. Does that help answer your question?
David B. Cluff Suppose if you receive a phone call from your friend or family member whom you talk to frequently, can you recognise the person based on the voice? Or if there are bunch of friends in your dining room. You went to kitchen to get some water. Someone in the group called your name. Can you recognise who is calling you based on their voice? Sorry for asking silly questions. Iam a software engineer. So I am interested to know how much evolved the cochlear technology is. Thanks for your patience in answering :)
Again, great questions! 1. Phone Calls: Yes, I can recognize the voices of my family and friends on the phone. Sometimes I get my brothers mixed up as they sound pretty similar. 2. In a room full of friends and people I know, I can typically tell who is calling my name. The hard part is often locating where the person is at as locating sounds is still something I am working on. If you are interested, you can shoot me a message on my website and I would be happy to do a phone call or skype to answer any other questions you may have. davidbcluff.com/contact/ or you can message me on my FB page: facebook.com/davidbcluffphoto/
David B. Cluff That's a great answer David. It's nice to know that this technology is transforming lives positively. I am very optimistic that with the changes in technology one day cochlear hearing will be as good as the normal hearing. Thanks for sharing your experiences.Happy New Year and you also got a new subscriber :)
Hi David, I like your stories, thank you! Could you please tell me, if you know what features these are, do you mean an auto ultra zoom that changes voices automatically according to different situations, or do you mean just accurate mapping? Can you explain more details about the program you have? I also have AB implant.
Hi Michael, Great question! I currently use a program that uses my t-mic 100% of the time and did not add any special features to it. I am getting my external devices upgraded in about two weeks and will get a new map for both ears. Once I get my new maps, I will be able to explain more what I will be using.
English Language Learners Definition of cyborg in stories : a person whose body contains mechanical or electrical devices and whose abilities are greater than the abilities of normal humans. I would have to agree, he is quiet talented at his day job!
Hi Janki, sorry I don't know the cost as I don't have the Nucleus, but you can reach out here to get a professional opinion: www.cochlear.com/us/en/connect/contact-us
Hi David! I just encountered your video by trying to look for other's experiences with the cochlear implant. Are you fully deaf or single sided deaf? I have single sided deafness myself and I am seriously considering going into the cochlear implant program wiith my deaf ear. I hope you can respond! Regards.
Hello! I am deaf in both ears and have cochlear implants in both as well. I used to only have one implant and when I had the option to get a 2nd one for my left ear, my world changed. When I wear two, everything sounds more balanced and more full. Let me know if you have any other questions! -David
İf i started losing my hearing at 18 years old and now i am 23 and i still lose it. cochlear implants will be usefull for me in old age like 30!!! Or i should make surgery in young age?
Thank you.From my hart, thank youI have a son with Ci He is 5 got it when he was around 3.I have been so scared that he would hate me for doing this for him.Scared that it always would hear wired.
I always tell people that because I have a CI, I have the choice to hear or to turn it off. I am sure, he will have grateful moments in years to come. Best wishes!
Another thing to keep in mind: He will most likely not know anything other than hearing with a CI - so for him, the "CI sound" will be perfectly normal and natural. Furthermore (as David also mentioned in his video), the brain is able to quickly adapt to new things and even bigger changes in the settings will feel normal after a short period of time.
I think you'll find that having a cochlear has it's perks........my Mum hates me sometimes when she can't sleep because of the rain or loud trucks, I don't hear a thing. lol, even my classmates gives me looks cause I can wirelessly connect to devices, sometimes they don't find it fair, ha.
I am hard of hearing. One of my ears work while my right one doesn't . I play piano and it would brake my heart not to be able to listen to piano music again. Is that a concert to you?
@@DavidBCluff I'm a piano teacher and music has been a huge part of my life. My 16 month old son was diagnosed with bilateral moderate to severe hearing loss at 2 months and has been aided since 3 months old. We are currently investigating on whether or not he will be a candidate for a cochlear implant. I always wanted music to be a huge part of his life. I don't know if you can answer this in a way I'd understand but how does music sound with a CI? Are you able to sing? Can you listen to all forms of music or is some "too much" for the processor?
@@rebekahdaley2394 This is a hard one to explain other than I feel like music sounds normal to me since I have been hearing with a cochlear implant for 20 years. I love music and more so with the new Naida CI processor from Advanced Bionics and stream music directly to my cochlear implant which is way better than headphones. :) I love to sing but can I carry a perfect tune, no. My mother and wife are both a pianist and enjoy listening to them play. I am no medical professional but with your son being so young, music and sound become more natural for him as he grows with a cochlear implant. I hope this helps answer a portion of your questions.
Hi, my daughter has a ci on her left ear. Currently the ent doctor said that she just lost her right ear hearing . Would it make any difference if we choose to do cochlear implant on both ears? Will she hear better compare to if we just leave the right ears as it is. Thanks for you help
Joni karianto, great question! I had one ear with a cochlear implant and left one ear deaf for many years before having cochlear implants on both ears. What I learned from both experiences is that I prefer two cochlear implants over one. Why? The biggest thing is everything sounds more balanced and I began to notice where sounds came from. When I had one, I was only able to hear on one side and it often became frustrating to spin in circles to hear people or cars coming down the road. I also have balance issues and hearing with two ears has helped that a ton. If I had to make the choice again, I would have both ears implanted. That is my experience. Does that help?
Sir and if any of you who has an CI- experienced tinnitus prior to CI or post surgery? Has CI helped surprise your tinnitus? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Shwan, I never experienced tinnitus before or after cochlear implant surgery. Sorry, I am not much help on this topic. if you are on facebook, you can join any of the cochlear implant groups and ask the question there. There might be someone there to help answer your question. :)
Shawn Reimer Hey Shawn. I was born with normal hearing. Lost it slowly as i got older. Always had tinnitus, even as a little girl. Got implanted with Nuclues 6 5 years ago and i still have tinnitus in both ears. However, once the ci is on... it suppresses the ringing about 80 % and i have 100 word recognition on that ci side now. Hope this helps.
I had tinnitus before the CI. In my case CI made it worse. In noisy places the tinnitus get louder, as if it were competing with the real sounds. Every other CI user I know say their tinnitus got better.
I have had mine for a month and I have to say it works very well indoors. However speech in a crowded restaurant all I hear is the clank of every plate in the kitchen or every fork dropping. It's almost unusable. Also every high pitch maybe 10-15KHz is just an annoying hiss. I don't need to hear those frequencies and am going to ask my audiologist if she can just kill that whole band,
I can relate to that when my left ear got activated for the first time at age 14. I definitely listened to many audiobooks and music and still do to keep up with my listening skills. :)
Thank you! The cochlear implant may not fit everyone's needs but it has been a great blessing to me and my family. Good luck on your journey and thanks for stopping by!
Agreed, as long as it's not for the babies.. but you are old enough to make a decision and you get what you want. That is awesome. More power to you! Have a gorgeous day!
It’s nice to have somebody who actually has one make a video on this, thank you 😊
You are very welcome and thank you for visiting!
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This is very informative. Thank you. We have two kids with cochlear implants. They're still too young to give us real feedback on what their implants sound like, but they do seem to hear us very well and understand us very well.
Zenek and Sasha's Hearing, that is awesome! Growing up my parents found it very rewarding for me to respond to their voice when I was not facing them or in a different room. Every little thing is a huge feedback. :)
Absolutely! And it comes in phases too. In the beginning, hearing them respond or say new words was awesome. Speech therapy, while useful, was favoring saying words over comprehension. So our son kind of turned into a parrot. You'd ask him "what's your favorite color?" and he'd say "what's your favorite color?"
So we saw the need to move on to the next goals. Over the last year we've made a big shift in how we're handling things. He started at a school for the deaf in September and we've seen big, big improvements! Lately, the real rewards have been seeing his comprehension. Just the other day my wife asked him to get something from another room (in English - without any gestures) and he left the room and came back with it. That was huuuge!
That is so awesome! I love hearing moments like this and it shows that anything is possible! Keep up the great work and I am excited to watch your story unfold.
David B. Cluff hey enjoyed reading ur video..I would like to know will I loss speech after having cochlear implant surgery?
@@ZenekandSashasHearing How are the kids doing now, if you don't mind me asking? My 3 year old son will be getting cochlear implants in about two months.
Our daughter is 18 months old born deaf and just had bilateral cochlears done, this video was really informative 👍🏻
Thank you and that is exciting about your daughter!
Thank you for this Video. We have a 15 month old baby with cochlear implants. You videos are very helpful to understand how our son is hearing
So glad to hear that and glad my videos have helped. I know this something my parents wished they had when I first got my implant at age 6. Let me know if you have any more questions!
Great video thanks! Cochlear implants are honestly just the coolest thing! Whenever I see somebody fitted with implant(s), I to this very day am still in awe of how amazing it is that we have such an ability
It is pretty amazing and a miracle! :)
Excellent detailed description of David's implant audio experiences.
A girl on here only had total hearing loss in one ear. They were able to make a recording of exactly what it sounded like, at least for her. Surprisingly it sounded just like what we hear, only a little muffled.
It's muffled because that is how the brain is processing the sound, when I first got implanted it was muffled but over time and practise my brain learned how to tune those sounds, eventually that muffle went away.
@@KazukiMatsuoka Wow that's really cool. I always assumed before that it would sound like a tinny robotic sound.
@@spuriouseffect when you are first activated, it does sound like that! Because they don't just turn on all your hearing because the brain will feel overloaded by so much information all at once. So they just give you three beep tones first, so things will sound like a robot, in the beginning they will be very loud but your brain will learn that they are one of a million of the softest sounds, after a few weeks you will be given more beeps for your brain to process and learn, so you take appointments with an audiologist that tunes your hearing, it's called "mapping". They tune them several times every so many weeks, till your brain gets around 50% or 80% of sounds if you are lucky. If your brain is unable to process any more (which is sadly the case for adults that get implanted late) they get around 30% which is nowhere near enough to manage a conversation without asking to repeat. So it depends on the person, it takes so much practise and time to learn sounds, tones, tunes, pronunciation, pitches etc. It takes years of hard work!
@@KazukiMatsuoka Fascinating.
@@KazukiMatsuoka thats very interresting
Hi! I got a ci for my right ear two weeks ago! I have otosclerosis since I was 3 years old (aparently) and I've used hearing aids since I was 8 (I'm 20 now), but in the past few years my otosclerosis progressed a lot especially in my right ear. This video really helped me because I was worried about how I'm going to listen now.. so thank youuu! I'm just going to be patient in this whole process :D
Thank you for your comment!
Hi, Paula
How do you find your CI experience? I also have otosclerosis (age 48) and recently went deaf in my right ear and planning to get an implant. I wear a hearing aid in my left ear. I’d love to hear an update.
@@kerrimorris9875 Hi Kerri, how are you?
It's been 3 years now since I got my ci and I'm doing awesome. The first year my doctor calibrated it once every 2 o 3 months, and now we're doing it just once a year.
Let me tell you that it takes a little time to get used to it. At first it feels like a bunch of noise that doesn't make any sense and a bit robotic, but now that it's been 3 years I hear very very well, and the 'robotic' has come down almost completely, it took a year for me to hear 'normal'. The robotic part will always be there because it's the way the ci works, but as I said, I barely feel it now.
I still use a hearing aid on my left ear so they both make a good team.
I hope this helps you and every one who reads it, and feel free to message me on Instagram (@paulitagarciaf) it's easier for me to respond there 😊✨
@@paulitagarciafhi sister how are you now is there little bit of hearing progress after ci
Thanks for respecting the deaf when I get made fun of at school about My implant I ignore them
Anybody who makes fun of your implant is a straight-up idiot. You have one of the coolest pieces of technology ever invented. They're just proving their own ignorance.
Just say "My hearing is augmented" :P
Edit: i realize you might be too young to get that reference
Dude, tell them to screw off! You being able to hear is amazing and a miracle! They're just mad because there's nothing miraculous about them! God Bless you and your new journey of sound! April in North Carolina
@@aprilleighallred8546 theres no miracle, only science
@@Helperbot-2000 One of the best games ever :)
It's hard to believe that I will be experiencing this myself on Monday
@high ground its sound beyond your wildest dreams
@@Bionic_ear81 I am so glad it went well for you!
hello I am wondering how are you doing with your implants 2 years later
@@Ntro_ I’m doing amazing!! I’ve never regretted my decision to receive CIs. In fact it’s one of my best decisions
How was it
My eyes keep changing prescription and this is how i feel every time i go for a new eye test i think it wont have changed and im always shocked at the difference. The little tweaks make a big difference. Thanks for sharing with us what a fantastic piece of technology!
Love this! Thank you!
@@DavidBCluff you’re welcome ☺️ 💕
There is a special adapter that I have, it's a set of earphones that I can plug into a single implant. Then if I give the earphones to someone they can have a listen to what I hear through the implants. Usually the biggest response is the fact that it's louder, crisper, and they can hear more and further out. The sound is sharp to them, like they have been on low quality sound this entire time and all of a sudden they have been put on the highest quality sound ever, like putting on a really good pair of headphones and just loving it. They have even grabbed a water bottle and shook it to listen to the water splashing in crisp detail in awe. It's fun to watch XD.
This sounds coool
Hi David, I am a longtime CI recipient since 1995. Upgraded N6 processor for N22 more than a year ago with my new audiologist in FL. Had a little bit of tinnitus since then but saw one of your replies that you had none. Overall, your CI video is very inspiring to me.
sebastien masclet, awesome! Interesting, we will have to see if I have the same reaction when I get my right ear upgraded down the road.
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Thank you so much for this. I am about to get mine done at the end of the month and this takes away a lot of the uncertainty of the process.
You are very welcome and I wish you the best on your journey!
How did everything go?
@@elijahrose7913 had the surgery august 27th. Still healing and wow, what a difference! so many sounds i never even knew possible! so lifechanging.
@@katieburrell6674 This gives me such beautiful hope for my family member. Prayers!
@@dennisthemenace1300 it's the second best thing I've ever done after my kids.
Seeing my doctor tomorrow on decision if I want to do the surgery. After watching your video, I believe I'm up for it. Thanks very informative.
Awesome! Keep me posted on your journey!
Thank you so much for making this video! I will be getting a CI soon (next few months) and I have so many questions, esp. How I will be hearing. I was born with hearing loss, have worn hearing aids my while life (now 49 years old) and I just can't imagine hearing things differently than I currently do. I get that I will hear things I have never heard before but the things I can hear...trips me out! I am excited but so curious! So thank you for taking the time to share your experience💕
That is so awesome, Anna! Feel free to reach out on my website or Instagram @davidbcluff if you have any more questions. I remember the day I got my 2nd implant turned on and everything sounded like ducks. Crazy, right!?! :) One thing to remember is the first day they turn it on they will program it with "training wheels" and then as you return for follow-up appointments in the weeks to follow, they will slowly start expanding your listening experience. Had I known that when I was 14, I might have been less frustrated with my initial hearing experience and allowed the process to take place :) Best wishes! -David
thanks for the video I am four days post operative and am looking forward to getting my CI activated
That is awesome! Hope recovery is going well! I remember by day 4 I was ready to jump back into life while also needing to take it easy.
Sound that I dislike is when trains coming into station and you get the squeal of them coming in , but don’t think I’m alone with that’s as I’m sure more able hearing people find this to
Oh yes! The squeal is definitely not my favorite as well.
If the audiologist can adjust the volume on your implant programs, does that help limit loud sounds like the train brakes squeaking? I take a public bus and as a hearing person I really dislike when the bus brakes squeal, too.
Emily Green all sense will have things it doesn’t like. Touching hot things, bright lights, loud noises, etc.
This is a good video, I too have Advanced Bionics like you.
I’m a single sided deaf person that has bilateral cochlear implants. Meaning I grew up only hearing out of one ear and 100% deaf out of the other, not even a hearing aid could benefit my bad ear.
I was like that since birth for 29 years and I’ve always wanted to hear out of both ears. Six years ago I made the leap to not just get one ear done, but both so both ears have the same internal generation and both learned to hear together.
The beginning for me was quite interesting because my brain didn’t know how to stay with just my right ear anymore, now it had to learn how to help my bad side which is my left side. Today it’s much better than what it was 6 years ago, but my dominant ear will always be the right ear as I heard out of this ear since birth, my left does okay by itself but doesn’t sound as rich as my right ear but I get by and my left side has higher stimulation levels than my right side. My right sounds okay but abit softer when it’s on it’s own, but when I have the two ears on, it sounds balanced and complete! :)
I’m curious, what years were you implanted in? I was simultaneously implanted in 2012. :)
That is awesome! Thanks for sharing. I got my first implant (right ear) in 1999 and my second implant (left ear) in 2007. My left ear, like you, is not my best ear as my right ear is my dominant and more experienced ear. I don't hear as well when they are each on their own but when I wear both of them together, they sound rich and complete. My left ear is still learning but it is amazing what the ears can do when they are both working together.
David B. Cluff, wow so you have a C1 internal implant on your right side and a 90K on your left side. How did you decide to go bilateral after a big jump in the internal technology?
AB is making a new sound processor for the C1 internal implant. But I don’t know when that will come out, I’m excited for those who have the C1 on one side because it needs to shine more.
Your new side can use the latest BTE sound processor called the Naída and have an off the ear waterproof processor called the Neptune. Hearing in water is awesome, even with one ear! :)
David B. Cluff also, I made a correction to my previous comment, I’m a single sided deaf person. I really don’t know how my iPhone takes words out when I hit post lol
Interesting! Your story is very fascinating. (haha, I have that same issue when I try to post from my phone sometimes.)
David B. Cluff, I’m happy you like my story. The best part is helping others understand how this technology works. :)
Thank you David for sharing. I just got new hearing aids with Bluetooth. I’m still not sure what I hear or if other people can hear like if I’m talking on the cell. I know that they can hear me but it’s still new and unsure of what they can hear. Anyway, since I’m hearing so well I want to hear better. Found out that my R ear qualities and it’s my worst ear. I’m waiting for the CT scan to see if it’s all a go. I’m excited to be able to hear my granddaughter. So, this “old” gal is ready to learn new sounds.
Hi Martha! Bluetooth options are amazing and that is so exciting!
This was a nice comparison. No two devices are alike and i can imagine with continued improvements hearing will only get better as they increase the amount of signals
Thank you so much for being so open and helpful and kind. That was very Illuminating😊
Cochlear implant, Not perfect, but is FANTASTIC. Better than any hearing aid I ever had, Sounds slightly different. Old music is slightly distorted, New music is not so good. Some of the frequencies in the music that adds clarity or "body" are missing.
oh i planned to take a video about Cochlear Implant and it's good to see that other people prefer to talk about instead of hiding
Very well stated and worded...…...I was grinning/smiling throughout the entire video! Good for you David! All I did was get MiracleEar ITE hearing aids last October 2019 which changed everything for me, and I cannot imagine your experiences. Your video delighted me thoroughly!!
Thank you! I started with hearing aids and will always be grateful for the time they worked until I needed some extra help with a cochlear implant.
Thank you so much for your very clear video. My daughter (who is only two years old) just got her implants and as a hearing mother I am trying to understand her experience as much as possible. Videos like these really help me get a better view on her experience. Since my daughter is still adjusting and I am raising her bi-lingual, so we communicate fore mostly in sign language still. I was wondering how your experience is with that, do you still use sign language every day? would you recommend using sign language still? Would love to hear from you. Thanks
Great question! I began learning sign language leading up to my hearing loss and really helped me keep communication with my family when I lost my hearing. Once I got my cochlear implant we continued to use sign language while I re-learned to hear the world around me. Once I got more comfortable hearing, we began using ASL mostly at night when my cochlear implants are off and/or charging. Today, my wife and I continue to sign language during the times I can't hear or in a busy restaurant. The best advice I can give is to do what works best for you and your family. Language is a beautiful thing. I hope this helps answer your question. Let me know if you have any other questions. Best luck in your journey! -David
I never started signing until I was in high school, and it didn't matter because if I relied heavily on signing I would never learned how to talk or listen. You never learn unless if you are put into an environment when you HAVE to learn, but if your entire family is deaf and it's a need all the time, then learning how to hear is a completely different story. in my experience when I have friends with cochlear implants and rely on signing, they have no clue on how to use their hearing and they can't talk, they keep asking what sound is what, while I am completely capable because I gained my milestones, If you don't gain them, you're never able to learn them again and they're extremely important. At an early age, vocal communication can be taught, later, it cannot, it's extremely difficult, sign language on the other hand can be learned later any time in life, just don't lean heavily on it. I for example, sign when I'm eating because I know it's rude to speak when eating, or when I am swimming around, little things like that are nice, but never 24/7.If you would like your child to learn and to be capable of vocal communication, then encourage it, I had a speech therapist as a child and I loved her, if you prefer to sign, I know heaps of people who do that and that's okay, it just closes doors to opportunities. Hope that helps.
This was a heart video always wondered what an implant would sound like
Very cool David, thanks for sharing your perspective!
Thank you!
Thank you so much - this is so informative.
I'm sixteen student and I'm deaf. I've worn hear aid since I was 18 months old, so for me is normal listen though them. I've got a brother with two choclear implants. I’ve never had a problem except in noisy environments. I speak well, I study in a "Liceo Classico" and play the piano, I have won national and international competitions without anyone knowing about my problem. All this to say that for me they never constituted a problem. And I can almost certainly say that I hear faithfully and that I have heard at least once all the sounds that for many people are difficult (e.g. chirping birds). However my deafness has always been a "borderline situation" with a cochlear implant. Over the years, my hearing has gotten a little worse, so we were gradually turning up the volume. I have lost other decibels, but the hear aids cannot be raised further and already the sound at times distorts and whistles. When I get back every day from school after only 4/5 of lesson I have headache and I’m very tired. I don’t watch television or movies without subtitles because I can’t distinguish words: it could be any language! And so also in the daily speaking, I feel that they are speaking to me but I cannot recognize the words, unless there is absolute silence. So I can’t do many things that my peers do. But if there’s silence, I actually hear like a normal person. Could an implant help me or is it too risky given my good prosthetics? Sorry for the long message but I’m really undecided.
Hi there! Thanks for reaching out and I totally understand where you are coming from. Those headaches at the end of a day of classes remind me of the listening fatigue I got through out my school years. It happens to most of us with hearing aids / cochlear implants.
You mention you feel your hearing is declining. That is a good indicator to review what options your audiologist suggests and get insights from medical professionals. My mother is a pianist as well and with my cochlear implant, I am able to enjoy listening to the piano more than when I had a hearing aid at age 6.
There is a online event at the end of the month where you can learn about the newest cochlear implant available: advancedbionics.cventevents.com/event/1604ef58-51d8-4df6-939f-721e7567c2d3/summary
Let me know if this helps or if you have more questions. -David
Thank you for your reply. It's really helpful to know that other people had been in this situation. I've already told my equipe, and they have different opinion. 😅 If you don't mind I have some questions.
Is it true that implants help listening in noisy environments?
What I'm more worried about is how the implants would sound to me. I know there will be a period of adaptation, but I don't want it to sound metallic. It's obvious for you that it's normal to wear it. Is the sound clear and "crystalline"and not closed and robotic? People have told me that the sound is good, but not "natural" like the difference between a live concert and a recording in a studio. Is it like this also for you? On UA-cam I watched some videos that imitate how an implant sounds like, and they aren't reassuring, because the sound is really strange😬, but I've also listened to hearing aid simulations and they sound completely different from how I feel them😂😂.
Thank you. It's nice when people share each other their stories.
@@e.b.4759 Great questions! Depending on the cochlear implant and the types of programs applied to them, it can often help in noisy environments. Wireless microphones for group settings is a popular option or finding the right settings for your microphones. Noisy environments can still present some challenges but there are some tools to help.
Sound imitations of a cochlear implant sounds way more robotic than what I actually hear. Alike when you heard hearing aid simulations. My normal might be different than another person with a cochlear implant as it comes down to personal preferences during a mapping session with a audiologist. It is hard to say how one will hear with it and it may take time to adapt.
Hope that helps!
I hadcto hsve a couple hear implant as Iosty hearing g tonslmost nothing. No hearing left ear 2 percent hearing right ear. Been deaf for years but gradually went down tonalmost nothing
This was a really interesting video 🤗👍
This makes me hopeful for when I get mine. Thank you!
Short answer is from a person who has 2 is it depends they can be finely tuned at a hospital to make specific sounds louder etc etc
Thank you soo much for the video..very informative..my 2year old kid had his CI few days back..I am really worried abt his hearing..your video really boosted me..
Thank you so much for a very informative video. Ever so helpful.
This means it is very possible that we all perceive sound, color, smell, taste, etc, differently.
Thanks for this Dave,kindly tell us which Cochlear Brand do you use,my son lost his hearing last November and we are weighing options for which Brand to use
Hi @uncleinnoofficial184,
Great question! My cochlear implant is from Advanced Bionics. They have great resources for kids and parents. www.advancedbionics.com/us/en/home/ab4kids.html
I loved their listening room when re-learning to hear again! Let me know if you have any more questions about AB. -David
Cochlear by cochlear nucleus 8 is good. My hearing g gone up with it from my old implant
Hi ,David . Thank you soo much this video will help me ,I need to do a cochlear implant in both of my ears ,I'm really afraid , soo many years I expand a lot of money for hearing aids .but they don't help me anymore. Thank you and I hope I will make the surgery as soon it's possible .🤗😁🙏
I have had hearing aids all my life and current pair are the best I have had so far. The sound quality of my current hearing aids are crispy clear and I the music on my iPhone (Bluetooth) is fantastic. The bad news is that I am now officially completely deaf in the right ear. Just when I started to hear the singers voice so clearly that it all comes to an end. An appointment is being made to see CI specialist and I am not happy. Will I ever enjoy hearing music the same way again?
Hi Keith, I can see where you are coming from. I am no medical expert but the fact you had hearing stimulation recently, your ability to adapt to a new CI should be more smooth than someone who never heard before. I experienced this with my left ear where it had no stimulation for 13 years and it took longer for me to understand sound in that ear alone than it did on my right ear which had a 6-month gap between when I lost my hearing to when I got my CI. I found to really love music with my Advanced Bionics sound processor + roger/Bluetooth system.
Hope this helps!
"kinda sounds like im a computer"
bro you're literally a cyborg
Amazing job man
Well, a cochlear implant is more or less a 24 channel electric stimulator for 24 locations of your cochlear. Inside a healthy cochlear you have thousands of hearing cells along the whole spiral. So you are normally able to hear thousands of different frequencies. For a cochlear implant there are just 24. But your brain gets used to it. After a while you feel comfortable with this. In principle you can also redistribute the channels randomly. After a while your brain will recognize and redistribute its neuronal network to interpret the signals as normal sound.
In fact our eyes are much more limited than our ears. We can see only three frequencies. But our brain can make virtiually a lot of different colours out of this limited information. And every person has a different colour sight. If you would playback the information of your optical nerve from another person, you would not be able recognize certain colours, your brain is adjusted to. But after a while you would be able to see the "new colours" after your brain had learned to interpret them correctly.
Yep, and a real simulation of what they do needs to be audio reduced to single amplitudes across 24 frequencies (or frequency ranges). Some videos on the topic just play muffled or eq'd audio to simulate it, but in reality, it would be much more indistinct in pitch.
I have mild hearing loss probably caused by Turner Syndrome, and I can say based on my own experience of gradual loss that even mild hearing loss can make a huge difference.
I was speaking a little louder than I probably should. If there was background noise (such as in a Jamba Juice or any other restaurant order counter), I might've had to ask the cashier to repeat themselves because I was hearing the pitch of the background noise better than the frequency of their voices. Resonating/echoing sounds? Those were a lot flatter. Background instruments in music? I wasn't noticing those as much, either.
I can only imagine how much it would be different for those who have more severe hearing loss or even those who are deaf. Just like with sight, sound has so much detail to it that enhances experiences in life. I didn't know how much was fading away until I got hearing aids because I could still hear well enough to not be suspicious of any loss until I worked in a call center. I'm glad you get a chance to at least partially experience what you wouldn't have thanks to cochlear implants!
How long does it take after the surgery for normal hearing to return? I'm a musician, will I be able to hear music properly again?
@@musicmom26 I have hearing aids, not cochlear implants, so unfortunately, I don't know.
I have Turner’s syndrome too.. im a musician with hearing loss going for audiology!! What devices do you use?
@@musicmom26 We don’t use implants so can’t speak for that,. What’s your degree?
@@kaylasmusic I have a pair of Oticon More 1 miniRITE R hearing aids.
thanks for uploading. pls my 5 yearold son has hearing loss.it been difficulty to access proper clinic here in nigeria. pls how can i get cochlear implent for my son.thank you.
Thank you for your video. You obviously like the sound quality you get from your CI. Do you ever notice changes in the sound quality unrelated to processor program changes? I have "good and bad hearing days," Just wondering if anyone else has this problem. The way you describe the reprogramming of your processor, and how the old program sounded later, is a lot like what I experience every few days.
Thank you so much for having made the videos on cochlear implants
Thank you, Jutta!
Wittgenstein and the beetle in the box. I understand your changes from one experience to another, but not one of those experiences is actually imaginable to me.
i have a very serious question: what might happen if hearing implants unexpectedly get a whole new technological advancement in cochlear implants technology? (a hypothetical): what if there was a completely new cochlear technology created (invented?)… would that simply require new program uploading or what if it required an entirely newer device? would it actually be possible to go back in (operationally) to remove the old implant while immediately implanting (since all is open during surgery at that moment) the new/future (hypothetically presented in this question) technological implant(s)? or is one “committed to the first/original/(only?)” implant surgically implanted/engaged when it occurs in their life? (i’m literally/honestly asking for a friend - i’m luckily w/o hearing loss in both my ears - knock on wood).. thanks for your video & possible reply!
Hi Jason, great question! I will eventually need to go in for surgery to replace my current internal device with an upgraded version to be compatible with the newest technology. This may happen in the next 5-10 years unless my current device fails before that time. There have been some who have already undergone this surgery and had success with it and I am hopeful for mine as well. Thanks for asking!
@@DavidBCluff awesome to know (& relay some relief to my friend).. it seems there is an unspoken assumption that once you get an implant, you’re stuck w/the device & only reliant on firmware upgrades wirelessly.. so good to know, & good luck w/your operational future upgrade! thank you for your reply!
I might have to get one on my right and this helped me thanks
I am glad to hear that, Blue Pearl15_21! Good luck!
thank you and you too
thanks for the video! so you don't hear robotic voices? that was my doubt.
Hi David, great video. My son Josh has CIs (6 years old, had them for 5 years). Your videos are very very useful to us so to help us to understand what Josh is going through.
I have just shared your channel to the UK/Ireland CI facebook group.
Wow, I am humbled!
Can i use those ear hooks for the Medel Sonnet 2 or they're made specifically for AB products?they look so firm on the ears and i am wondering if i can buy them online
My question is do you need a hearing aid in one ear and cochlear in other I heard you do otherwise it make you dizzy thanks
Pretty Good Intro 👍
I hope this is not a totally dumb question. Does a deaf person using a cochlear for the first time automatically understand the spoken words? Is there an intrinsic understanding if they never heard the words before? I can only speak for the hearing side, for example when reading you would always have the sound of words in mind.
I understood spoken word but not with strangers that comes after a while but yvare not going to understand everybody sound is strange at first but then OK. Its not true what people against cochlear implants say that the sound is always strange utube guilty.of that
It would be interesting for me to discuss with a person who had no hearing until cochlear implant. Does the new "information" really feel like sound? I can imagine, that your brain even needs time to learn what sound is. Maybe, in the beginning, this electric stimulation feels very strange, maybe more like tickle or pain or something completely new.
Hey David..thanks so much for this video...I'm curious on the healing process and how it feels...also do u have a magnetic piece or a post Implant and which is better do you think if you have any idea...Thanks again!
Hi JoJo, sorry for the delay. The healing process went pretty smoothly for me. You are not able to wear the cochlear implant processor (external part for about 3 weeks after the surgery) so the waiting part for me was the hardest part. I prefer the magnetic attachment as that is all I really know and I like being able to take it off at night.
when listening to music, would you say it feels right then or how would you decribe the sound of music?
Thank you, David for helping us. I see my cochlear implants team this week and am so scared. I have tried several specialists, 3 different hearing aids and nothing has worked. Each said to give your brain time to adapt, but each time, it did not improve. I'm so frightened that I will go through a painful, expensive procedure, just to end up where I am now. I am a professional musician and am heartbroken to have recently lost my hearing due to a routine outpatient surgery gone very wrong. Do you think there's any way I will be able to teach and hear my beloved music again? Is it worth the risk? Please help 🙏
Thanks so much! 🙂🎶
Why don't you ask from your audiologist?
Yes David I think.y. Will cochlear implants are much better than hearing aids. No comparison at all
.the operation was not painful but was dizzy for a couple of weeks. I am 77 and have had implant for.20 years had a new one a few months ago. Latest ones are better I can hear 2 graphs higher. Go ahead y won't regret it
I am sorry to ask such a maybe stupid question because i just dont know anything about deafness. So when a person is deaf he has problems to talk obviously because the person can not hear his/her voice? Especially when the person is born deaf. With such an implant however the person is able to hear its own voice again, so that means after some time and learning the person can speak normally again? I am not deaf but i think its just very interesting how those implants sound and i bet everybody with such an implant want to always know if the things they hear is actually like a person without an implant would hear. If i had such an implant i would be constantly fine tune the implant or asking other people how they hear the current situation etc..
What part of your ear is damaged or not working before you got an implant? I m having my 1st appointment in 2 weeks and I m afraid that I will be turned down. I have hair cell nerve damaged inside the cochlear and Ive read saying the implant will be unsuccessful.
Great share!!
I became profoundly deaf in my right ear about a year and a half ago, apparently due to my bout with COVID as it happened concurrently. Yesterday, January 5, 2022, I had my cochlear implant turned on for the first time. At this point I am very disappointed as the sound quality is nothing short of horrible. I was expecting a little better initially. I understand I should expect better results as time goes on and my brain adapts to the new sound. It does pick up even very faint sounds such as a clock ticking across the room but every sound sounds very high-pitched and shrill, almost like hearing glass breaking constantly unless the environment is quiet. All sounds through the cochlear implant seem to be an octave above the actual sound. Hearing and understanding speech is very difficult and requires much concentration. It sounds high-pitched and without any emotion, again shrill, distorted and robotic but I can hear it modulating. It's the modulation which gives, besides the context, the greatest clue as to what is being said. I invested a lot into this device, monetarily, emotionally and physically; therefore, I intend to work hard in the coming months/years the greatest success with it.
Richard, When I turned my 2nd CI on for the first time everything sounded like ducks!
I hope you give yourself plenty of grace as you navigate this new chapter. The first few months are going to be full of new sounds your brain is trying to learn. Don't miss out on your mapping sessions that happen in the first few months with your audiologist as they are still working to refine your programing. It is never perfect on day 1. :)
Good luck and take it one sound at a time. :)
-David
@@DavidBCluff Thank you, David. Hopefully in a year I'll be able to deliver a better report.
Richard, this is my worst nightmare, that I will get the implants and waste my time and money! Everyone said give my brain time to adjust to my hearing aids. I've had 3 different ones, and time did not improve any of them. How long have you had your implants? In hindsight, would you do this again? Thanks, Kathy 🎶
@@rsmarquez1 hi! Im curious as to how your hearing with the implant is now? Has it improved and is it less shrill or robotic?
Just wondering how your implant is going now 1 year later.
Thank you, your video made us hugely optimistic about our baby's operation..
May I ask you what device you use,, is it Medel, AB, or cochlea?
We are about to choose a company and we don't know what to choose
Hello! For the last 21 years, I have been using AB. I have the Naida Q90 Sound Processor (left ear) and a Chorus Sound Processor (right ear). If you have any more questions, let me know! Best of luck on your journey!
@@DavidBCluff Thank you, David, was really nice to receive from you 😊
Well, we were aiming for Naida Q90 too. But some said ABs, Q30 she meant, have troubles with it's fragile cable. Is it the case for Q90 too? Did you wish that it would have been better if you have dealt with another company like MedEl for example? And how frequent you need spare parts for your Q90?
Sorry for much questioning,, but we are seeking experiences to back our decisions up,,,
Most of thanks to you..
Kinda late here, but I've used CI on my right ear when i was about 9 months old and got adapted to it pretty quickly, and i got my second implant very late when i was 18 years old. Its almost been one year since i got the second surgery and implanting but I didn't do much sound training and speech therapy, compared to my first one ( especially when my mom was around to guide me properly but now I have college and stuff to attend, so it feels like I'm neglecting my second implant) My question is, is it too late to practice on my other ear? All my life i got used to using my right ear and I just naturally stand on people's left side to hear better and wish i could change that behavior. With my second implant, i can hear something, but they're muffled and i can't pick up words. How do i properly train my 2nd CI?
I'm thinking about getting the CI implants done and but I have a query for you, are you able to play a musical instrument and enjoy listening to music?
I'm worried that I may not adjust and have to give up music and playing my guitar.
Hey just wondering if you you learned to speak before or after your implants?
Hi Jack, I started to learn to speak before my implants as I still had most of my hearing (lost it overnight when I was 6) and was in speech therapy before and for about 5 years after the implant.
Could you give me your opinion of the best brand of cochlear..my son is 6 months and we just had to chose his type. We chose the cochlear brand..The audiologist would not say which one she preferred.. we have done research but everything seems to be opinion based..we can't find any studies comparing the 3 brands..Kind of like comparing ford, chevy, and dodge..we chose cochlear based on the looks and the technology available at this time ..thanks for the help
Hello! This is a common and often challenging decision as Cochlear, Advanced Bionics and etc all have great products to provide. Just like your comparison to the different car brands, my parents selected Advanced Bionics when I was 6 years old as they liked the style and the technology that was available at the time. When I got my 2nd Cochlear Implant at age 14, I did lots of research and it came down to what style did I like, what accessories would I use and so forth. I picked Advanced Bionics for the ease of keeping both my ears under one manufacturer and I loved the design. I have friends who have Cochlear, Advanced Bionics, MedEl, etc and each loves them for various reasons and don't regret their choices. These brands have the same concept and goal, but each have unique styles and accessories. All in all, you won't be the first parent to pick a cochlear implant based on the style. :) Do what feels best and continue to consult with your Audiologist and ENT about the brands. Hope this helps!
David B. Cluff thanks so much for the feedback...highly appreciate it..
fleshlight4u2, anytime! Let me know how everything goes!
David B. Cluff I sure will ..he should have surgery in about a month..thanks again 🤞
Thank you sooooo much
Verry helpful video
My 8 year son will be getting implants soon we are both scared of him not being able to recognize my voice or music. Where you able to recognize voices and music?
Misty Lopez, in time, yes. Depending on his hearing loss background and if he had any prior experience with hearing via hearing aids his ability to relearn to hear with a Cochlear Implant will come a little easier but will still take time. When I first got my left ear implanted at age 14, everything sounded like ducks. 😂 but when I had my right ear turned on at age 6, I distinctly remember saying, “I hear my foot steps.” Each experience is going to be different and with time, hearing with a Cochlear Implant will become normal to him. I wish you both the best! Keep me posted on his journey!
David B. Cluff thank you for sharing your experience with us.
How do I get the cochlear 8 I have had cochlear for 10 years
Hey i know it takes time to get used to it same thing with getting new setting and pairs of heating aids
Yes, it does take time just like hearing aids take time getting used to it.
Nice video David. Still I got the question of whether all voices sounds similar or can the wearer identify the person based on speaker's voice. Thanks.
Hi Santosh, Great question! Yes, I can tell voices apart and hear fluctuation in individual voices. Now, if I am in a group of people and has loud background noises, it gets tough to identify the person based on the voice. Does that help answer your question?
David B. Cluff Suppose if you receive a phone call from your friend or family member whom you talk to frequently, can you recognise the person based on the voice? Or if there are bunch of friends in your dining room. You went to kitchen to get some water. Someone in the group called your name. Can you recognise who is calling you based on their voice? Sorry for asking silly questions. Iam a software engineer. So I am interested to know how much evolved the cochlear technology is. Thanks for your patience in answering :)
Again, great questions! 1. Phone Calls: Yes, I can recognize the voices of my family and friends on the phone. Sometimes I get my brothers mixed up as they sound pretty similar. 2. In a room full of friends and people I know, I can typically tell who is calling my name. The hard part is often locating where the person is at as locating sounds is still something I am working on. If you are interested, you can shoot me a message on my website and I would be happy to do a phone call or skype to answer any other questions you may have. davidbcluff.com/contact/ or you can message me on my FB page: facebook.com/davidbcluffphoto/
David B. Cluff That's a great answer David. It's nice to know that this technology is transforming lives positively. I am very optimistic that with the changes in technology one day cochlear hearing will be as good as the normal hearing. Thanks for sharing your experiences.Happy New Year and you also got a new subscriber :)
Thank you and same to you! Best luck in all you do.
Bro... We need your help we doesn't have idea to have cochlear, my son was 9yrs old 😩😩
Hi David, I like your stories, thank you!
Could you please tell me, if you know what features these are, do you mean an auto ultra zoom that changes voices automatically according to different situations, or do you mean just accurate mapping? Can you explain more details about the program you have?
I also have AB implant.
Hi Michael, Great question! I currently use a program that uses my t-mic 100% of the time and did not add any special features to it. I am getting my external devices upgraded in about two weeks and will get a new map for both ears. Once I get my new maps, I will be able to explain more what I will be using.
@@DavidBCluff
Thanks for the reply!
Exciting,
good luck!
Waiting to hear your impression about new devices and map.
This basically makes you a cyborg.
English Language Learners Definition of cyborg in stories : a person whose body contains mechanical or electrical devices and whose abilities are greater than the abilities of normal humans.
I would have to agree, he is quiet talented at his day job!
What is the price of nucleus 7 please reply me because I am suffering this hearing loss
Hi Janki, sorry I don't know the cost as I don't have the Nucleus, but you can reach out here to get a professional opinion: www.cochlear.com/us/en/connect/contact-us
@@DavidBCluff thanks my dear I am form India ....thanks for reply
Hi David! I just encountered your video by trying to look for other's experiences with the cochlear implant. Are you fully deaf or single sided deaf? I have single sided deafness myself and I am seriously considering going into the cochlear implant program wiith my deaf ear. I hope you can respond!
Regards.
Hello! I am deaf in both ears and have cochlear implants in both as well. I used to only have one implant and when I had the option to get a 2nd one for my left ear, my world changed. When I wear two, everything sounds more balanced and more full. Let me know if you have any other questions! -David
Don't think just.single sided deafness would warrant an implant
İf i started losing my hearing at 18 years old and now i am 23 and i still lose it. cochlear implants will be usefull for me in old age like 30!!! Or i should make surgery in young age?
Is it the Advanced Bionics HIRes fidelity 120 program? 4:41
Thank you.From my hart, thank youI have a son with Ci He is 5 got it when he was around 3.I have been so scared that he would hate me for doing this for him.Scared that it always would hear wired.
I always tell people that because I have a CI, I have the choice to hear or to turn it off. I am sure, he will have grateful moments in years to come. Best wishes!
Another thing to keep in mind: He will most likely not know anything other than hearing with a CI - so for him, the "CI sound" will be perfectly normal and natural. Furthermore (as David also mentioned in his video), the brain is able to quickly adapt to new things and even bigger changes in the settings will feel normal after a short period of time.
Tom Brauey, well said and very true!
I think you'll find that having a cochlear has it's perks........my Mum hates me sometimes when she can't sleep because of the rain or loud trucks, I don't hear a thing. lol, even my classmates gives me looks cause I can wirelessly connect to devices, sometimes they don't find it fair, ha.
I am hard of hearing. One of my ears work while my right one doesn't . I play piano and it would brake my heart not to be able to listen to piano music again. Is that a concert to you?
Hi Cesar, I love music! My mother is a pianist and music is a big part of our life so that is one of the main reasons why I got the cochlear implant.
@@DavidBCluff I'm a piano teacher and music has been a huge part of my life. My 16 month old son was diagnosed with bilateral moderate to severe hearing loss at 2 months and has been aided since 3 months old. We are currently investigating on whether or not he will be a candidate for a cochlear implant. I always wanted music to be a huge part of his life. I don't know if you can answer this in a way I'd understand but how does music sound with a CI? Are you able to sing? Can you listen to all forms of music or is some "too much" for the processor?
@@rebekahdaley2394 This is a hard one to explain other than I feel like music sounds normal to me since I have been hearing with a cochlear implant for 20 years. I love music and more so with the new Naida CI processor from Advanced Bionics and stream music directly to my cochlear implant which is way better than headphones. :) I love to sing but can I carry a perfect tune, no. My mother and wife are both a pianist and enjoy listening to them play.
I am no medical professional but with your son being so young, music and sound become more natural for him as he grows with a cochlear implant. I hope this helps answer a portion of your questions.
@@DavidBCluff Thank you! That does help and its encouraging!
Old movie from the early 2000's?
Hi, my daughter has a ci on her left ear. Currently the ent doctor said that she just lost her right ear hearing . Would it make any difference if we choose to do cochlear implant on both ears? Will she hear better compare to if we just leave the right ears as it is. Thanks for you help
Joni karianto, great question! I had one ear with a cochlear implant and left one ear deaf for many years before having cochlear implants on both ears. What I learned from both experiences is that I prefer two cochlear implants over one. Why? The biggest thing is everything sounds more balanced and I began to notice where sounds came from. When I had one, I was only able to hear on one side and it often became frustrating to spin in circles to hear people or cars coming down the road. I also have balance issues and hearing with two ears has helped that a ton. If I had to make the choice again, I would have both ears implanted. That is my experience. Does that help?
Thank you David. Your channel really informative and helpful to us.
Sir and if any of you who has an CI- experienced tinnitus prior to CI or post surgery? Has CI helped surprise your tinnitus? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Shwan, I never experienced tinnitus before or after cochlear implant surgery. Sorry, I am not much help on this topic. if you are on facebook, you can join any of the cochlear implant groups and ask the question there. There might be someone there to help answer your question. :)
Shawn Reimer Hey Shawn. I was born with normal hearing. Lost it slowly as i got older. Always had tinnitus, even as a little girl. Got implanted with Nuclues 6 5 years ago and i still have tinnitus in both ears. However, once the ci is on... it suppresses the ringing about 80 % and i have 100 word recognition on that ci side now. Hope this helps.
I had tinnitus before the CI. In my case CI made it worse. In noisy places the tinnitus get louder, as if it were competing with the real sounds. Every other CI user I know say their tinnitus got better.
What does music and singing sound like to you x
Music sounds great to me. My singing is questionable. ha! But I enjoy listening to others sing and keeping up with new music!
I have had mine for a month and I have to say it works very well indoors. However speech in a crowded restaurant all I hear is the clank of every plate in the kitchen or every fork dropping. It's almost unusable. Also every high pitch maybe 10-15KHz is just an annoying hiss. I don't need to hear those frequencies and am going to ask my audiologist if she can just kill that whole band,
I have only had one Cochlear done, it's great, but would like,other side,with new Cochlear, but government has no refund. 😢
Hi I just had one CL
CI
What cochlear implant do you use?
It sounds robotic and Mickey Mouse together…you need to train your brain by listening to podcasts or audiobooks
I can relate to that when my left ear got activated for the first time at age 14. I definitely listened to many audiobooks and music and still do to keep up with my listening skills. :)
In short, a coclear implant sounds very artificial.
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Deberían pasar esto en español 🙈
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To be honest, I am *so* glad I made a choice... not to have a C.I. I try my best to avoid it at any cost. Good luck, dude.
Thank you! The cochlear implant may not fit everyone's needs but it has been a great blessing to me and my family. Good luck on your journey and thanks for stopping by!
Agreed, as long as it's not for the babies.. but you are old enough to make a decision and you get what you want. That is awesome. More power to you! Have a gorgeous day!
hi i have CIs