Cochlear Implant Information

The modern cochlear implant is the result of centuries of work.

Why does a cochlear implant cost so much? Here are the factors influencing the total cost of a cochlear implant.

Should a child be given a cochlear implant early or should the parent wait until later to implant the child?

Forum members discuss how to prepare a child for receiving a cochlear implant.

When getting a cochlear implant, it is important to get vaccinated for meningitis.

Sometimes insurance does not cover all of the cost of a cochlear implant. There are some sources of help out there.

What happens in a cochlear implant surgery.

The first mapping session for a cochlear implant is a unique, unforgettable experience.

The real work begins after receiving a cochlear implant. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to get the most benefit from an implant.

Sometimes a cochlear implant must be surgically removed.

How long can a cochlear implant be expected to last?

When someone has a cochlear implant, extra care or avoidance is necessary for certain physical activities or sports.

Profile of the new and growing Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation.

What is the cochlea, where is it, what does it look like, and what happens if it is damaged?

About how a cochlear implant functions, plus information about cochlear implant signal processing.