People who use cochlear implants are those who have suffered a hearing loss is severe or total and that they chose to use a implantable device that electrically stimulates the auditory nerve in order to restore the auditory perception. Cochlear implants are electronic devices that consist of a the external processor that is worn on the head or behind the ear and an antenna that is placed on the skin over the cochlear implantthat is surgically inserted within the inner ear.
The use of the cochlear implants may result in a significant improvement in auditory perception and quality of life for many people with hearing loss, severe or total, allowing them to communicate more easily with others and to participate in daily activities.
