Cochlear Implants - Basics
Basics of cochlear implants, including preparing a child for an implant, and reimplantation and extrusion.
Cochlear Implants and Meningitis Vaccinations for Children
When getting a cochlear implant, it is important to get vaccinated for meningitis.
When getting a cochlear implant, it is important to get vaccinated for meningitis.
Cochlear Implants - Early Implantation versus Later Implantation
Should a child be given a cochlear implant early or should the parent wait until later to implant the child?
Should a child be given a cochlear implant early or should the parent wait until later to implant the child?
What is the expected lifespan of a cochlear implant?
How long can a cochlear implant be expected to last?
How long can a cochlear implant be expected to last?
How do you define success with a cochlear implant?
How is success with a cochlear implant defined? There is no hard and fast rule. About.com readers discuss their own personal definitions of success with a cochlear implant.
How is success with a cochlear implant defined? There is no hard and fast rule. About.com readers discuss their own personal definitions of success with a cochlear implant.
Cochlear Implant Rehabilitation
The real work begins after receiving a cochlear implant. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to get the most benefit from an implant.
The real work begins after receiving a cochlear implant. Rehabilitation therapy is necessary to get the most benefit from an implant.
Cochlear Implants 101
Guidelines and suggestions for people considering cochlear implants for themselves or their children.
Guidelines and suggestions for people considering cochlear implants for themselves or their children.
Cochlear Implants - Hearing Aids - Financial Aid
Sometimes insurance does not cover all of the cost of a cochlear implant. There are some sources of help out there.
Sometimes insurance does not cover all of the cost of a cochlear implant. There are some sources of help out there.
Cochlear Implant Surgery
What happens in a cochlear implant surgery.
What happens in a cochlear implant surgery.
Cochlear Implants - Deaf and Hard of Hearing
General information and thoughts on cochlear implants.
General information and thoughts on cochlear implants.
Cochlear Implant - Reimplantation - Extrusion
Sometimes a cochlear implant must be surgically removed.
Sometimes a cochlear implant must be surgically removed.
Cochlear Implant Facts
Fact sheet on cochlear implants.
Fact sheet on cochlear implants.
Cochlear Implant - History
The modern cochlear implant is the result of centuries of work.
The modern cochlear implant is the result of centuries of work.
Cochlear Implant Hook-Up Experience
The first mapping session for a cochlear implant is a unique, unforgettable experience.
The first mapping session for a cochlear implant is a unique, unforgettable experience.
Cochlear Implant - Prepare Child
Forum members discuss how to prepare a child for receiving a cochlear implant.
Forum members discuss how to prepare a child for receiving a cochlear implant.
Cochlear Implants - Sports
When someone has a cochlear implant, extra care or avoidance is necessary for certain physical activities or sports.
When someone has a cochlear implant, extra care or avoidance is necessary for certain physical activities or sports.
Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation
Profile of the new and growing Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation.
Profile of the new and growing Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation.