PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoExploring Anatomy-Based Fitting for Cochlear Implantation: A Narrative ReviewAnatomy-based fitting for cochlear implants is a promising individualisation approach, but as a narrative review it provides no new efficacy data; audiologists and CI programmers should monitor emerging trial evidence before adopting it routinely.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoEffect of Interaural Angular Insertion Depth Mismatch on Sound Localization in Adolescent Bilateral Cochlear Implant UsersIf the findings confirm that interaural insertion depth mismatch degrades localization, surgeons and audiologists fitting bilateral cochlear implants in adolescents should aim for symmetric insertion depth where anatomically feasible.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·4w agoEnvironmental sound perception in individuals with hearing loss: A systematic reviewNo immediate practice change; findings map the current evidence base and may highlight gaps in rehabilitation counselling on environmental sound awareness, but no specific clinical protocol change is indicated yet.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·AI & technology·4w agoDeep learning for discriminating cochlear malformations on temporal bone CTNo immediate practice change; the model is a research prototype and requires prospective clinical validation before it could replace or assist expert radiological review of cochlear malformations.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoDesign and evaluation of back-end compressors for compressed content for cochlear implant usersNo immediate practice change; findings are relevant to device signal processing engineers and could eventually inform streaming settings in future cochlear implant sound processors, but no clinician-adjustable protocol exists yet.＋Save
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Cochlear implants·4w agoA Review of the Clinical Applicability of Neurotrophins in Cochlear ImplantationIf neurotrophin delivery can be safely integrated with cochlear implantation, it could meaningfully improve hearing nerve survival and long-term implant outcomes.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·4w agoBone conduction hearing implants (BCHIs)Clear public-facing explanations of BCHI options can help audiologists support patient education and improve awareness of surgical alternatives to conventional hearing aids.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·4w agoWhat Makes HearCare MED-EL So Exciting?Digital care platforms that integrate cochlear implant management could streamline clinical workflows and remote patient monitoring, a growing priority in audiology practice.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Cochlear implants·4w agoNew research could improve battery life of cochlear implant devicesIf lower stimulation rates maintain speech understanding, cochlear implant miniaturisation and battery life improvements become more feasible, potentially broadening device accessibility and patient comfort.＋Save
Audiology Worldnews·Industry news·Business & finance·4w agoCochlear’s 40% single session share plunge underlines softening demandA 40% single-session share drop for the world's leading cochlear implant manufacturer signals meaningful demand softening that could affect R&D investment, device availability, and health system implant program funding.＋Save
Hearing Review·Industry news·Cochlear implants·5w agoACI Alliance Appoints Carrie Spangler as New Executive DirectorLeadership transitions at advocacy organizations like ACI Alliance can shift strategic priorities around cochlear implant access, insurance coverage advocacy, and patient education initiatives.＋Save
AudiologyOnline·Press release·Cochlear implants·5w agoDr. Teresa Caraway to Receive ACI Alliance Lifetime Achievement AwardRecognition of long-serving professionals highlights the human infrastructure underpinning cochlear implant care and advocacy, and can inspire emerging clinicians in the field.＋Save
Canadian Audiologist·Journal article·Cochlear implants·7w agoOptical cochlear implants: recent progress toward light-based hearing restorationOptical cochlear implants remain pre-clinical; no change to current implant candidacy or fitting practice is warranted, but audiologists should monitor this technology as it advances toward human trials.＋Save
Canadian Audiologist·Journal article·Cochlear implants·7w agoThe Disappearing Post: Are We Solving the Right Problem in Bone Conduction?Clinicians counselling bone conduction implant candidates should weigh acoustic performance trade-offs of transcutaneous designs against the cosmetic and soft-tissue advantages; no single design is superior across all outcome dimensions, so device selection should be...＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Clinical audiology·2mo agoIntroducing: The Quality of Life in People With Hearing Loss QuestionnaireIf validated independently, a hearing-loss-specific quality-of-life questionnaire could be a useful clinical outcome measure, but no validation data is presented here; audiologists should not adopt it into practice until peer-reviewed psychometric evidence is available.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Product announcement·Cochlear implants·2mo ago· press releaseSONNET 3 Reloaded: Smaller size. Added power.New processor form factors with improved power can influence patient comfort and adoption, making this relevant to cochlear implant program coordinators and device counselors.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·3mo agoEarly Activation in Cochlear ImplantationEarly activation after cochlear implantation has emerging support in literature, but this blog post provides no new data; audiologists interested in changing activation timelines should consult peer-reviewed evidence rather than this manufacturer blog.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·4mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 19 – A Small Big MilestoneDocumenting patient adherence to and enthusiasm for intensive auditory rehabilitation exercises reinforces the clinical value of structured post-implant training programs.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·4mo agoLeaders in Innovation: MED-EL Sound Coding for Closest to Natural HearingSound coding strategies directly affect speech and music perception outcomes for cochlear implant users, making ongoing innovation in this area clinically significant — though manufacturer claims require independent validation.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·4mo ago5 Smart Ways to Use the Rehab at Home for Adults Video SeriesExtending cochlear implant rehabilitation beyond clinic walls through digital resources addresses a well-documented gap in adult CI aftercare and adherence.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·5mo agoA Guide to Improving Speech Understanding With Meludia Music TrainingAuditory training programs that leverage music may offer a low-burden, engaging supplement to standard cochlear implant rehabilitation, though independent evidence for Meludia specifically remains limited.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·6mo agoThe Future of Cochlear Implants: Experts Discuss Totally Implantable Cochlear Implant (TICI) Feasibility Study ResultsTotally implantable cochlear implants would eliminate the need for an external sound processor, potentially improving cosmetic acceptance, waterproofing, and ease of use for recipients.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·6mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 18 – One Year Post-ImplantationFirst-person longitudinal accounts of cochlear implant rehabilitation can help clinicians understand the patient perspective on long-term recovery timelines and emotional milestones.＋Save
MED-EL Professionals Blog·Blog·Cochlear implants·7mo ago5 Ways to Maximize Residual Hearing Preservation With Precision SurgeryResidual hearing preservation is an increasingly important surgical goal in cochlear implantation, and consolidating best-practice techniques — even from a manufacturer source — keeps the topic visible for clinicians.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·7mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 17 – The Day I Met Another RondoPatient stories like this can inform audiologists about the lived experience of cochlear implant users and the importance of peer connection for adjustment and acceptance.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·7mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 16 – The Worst Hearing TestPatient-reported distress around formal hearing assessments underlines the importance of counselling around test expectations and the gap between booth performance and real-world hearing ability.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·10mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 15 – First Haircut!Everyday practical challenges with cochlear implant processors — such as in salon settings — are an underreported aspect of device use that audiologists can address during counselling.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·10mo agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 14 – 6-Months Post ActivationReal-world listening milestones reported by patients around six months post-activation can inform audiologist expectations-setting and patient counselling timelines.＋Save
My Hearing Loss Story·Blog·Cochlear implants·1y agoMy Cochlear Implant Story: Part 13 – Three-Month MappingThe account illustrates the clinical and logistical value of language-concordant audiology services for cochlear implant patients from non-English-speaking backgrounds.＋Save
