Facts and myths about hearing implants

Today, we are breaking away from the subject of hearing batteries and decided to collect for you a list of facts and myths about hearing implants.



MYTH

People with hearing implants are able to distinguish the sounds of their surroundings, but they will not be able to understand speech.

ACTUALLY

The effectiveness of hearing implants depends on the individual patient's case. In some cases, they allow speech recognition without lip reading.

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MYTH

Hearing implants treat hearing loss.

ACTUALLY

Implants improve the perception of sounds. Turning off the hearing implant will cause the hearing function to return to its original state.

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MYTH

The electrodes of the implants are inserted into the brain and require major surgery.

ACTUALLY

Cochlear implant electrodes are inserted into the inner ear. There is no interference with the brain areas. Surgeries are only required for brainstem implants.

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MYTH

People with hearing implants cannot swim.

ACTUALLY

They can, as long as they take off the receiver and sound processor beforehand. Implants should not be harmed by diving to a depth of 30 meters.