{"id":11829,"date":"2024-02-23T11:12:14","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T19:12:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/?p=11829"},"modified":"2024-02-23T11:12:15","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T19:12:15","slug":"should-i-wear-a-cochlear-implant-and-a-hearing-aid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everhear.com\/should-i-wear-a-cochlear-implant-and-a-hearing-aid\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Wear a Cochlear Implant and A Hearing Aid?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cochlear implants and hearing aids offer solutions for individuals with sensorineural hearing loss. Sensorineural hearing loss, often caused by aging or damage to the auditory cells, is generally permanent and is the most prevalent form of hearing loss<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hearing aids are particularly effective for mild forms of sensorineural hearing loss. These devices, which are worn on or in the ear, amplify sounds using a sound processor and microphone. Available in various designs, they are adaptable to different lifestyles and can enhance speech clarity and sound localization. However, they may also unintentionally amplify background noise, which can be mitigated through customizable settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more severe hearing loss<\/a>, cochlear implants may be advised. These are surgically placed behind the ear and convert sounds into electrical impulses that directly stimulate the hearing nerve. In doing so, they bypass damaged inner ear cells and enhance speech comprehension. Although cochlear implants do not replicate natural hearing, they provide significant benefits in terms of clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sometimes wearing a combination of these devices is beneficial for optimal hearing. There are several hearing configurations available, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n