Mapping of Cochlear Implants

Sometimes the hearing loss is so profound or when hearing is not present at all, hearing instruments can only help to a certain extent. In such a situation cochlear implants can be a successful solution which aids in developing communication skills or the implantee and allows them to participate in "the hearing world".

Unlike hearing instruments, cochlear implants do not amplify sounds and their output is not acoustic but an electric one. Nevertheless cochlear implants require adjustment and fitting as well. What is adjusted is the way how electric stimulation is presented to the auditory nerve. The process of fitting of cochlear implants is called "mapping".

Deciding on a Cochlear Implant is a very big decision which will have an impact on the rest of the implantees life.

Below some of the many important considerations, beyond the medical and surgical ones.

• Reliability

• Warranty

• Loss and Damage Insurance

• Technology

• Product offering

• Service & Support

• Power supply

• Versatility and accessories

• Cost of ownership