Cochlear Implants
SYNCHRONY Cochlear Implant System
A cochlear implant (CI) system helps to restore the sense of hearing for individuals with severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss. For individuals with this type of hearing loss, hearing aids provide little or no benefit.
A CI is the only medical device capable of replacing a sense. It works by bypassing non-functioning parts of the inner ear and providing electrical stimulation directly to nerve fibres in the cochlea. A CI system consists of two parts: an externally worn audio processor, which sits comfortably behind or off the ear, and an internal cochlear implant, which is surgically placed just under the skin.
Watch how a cochlear implant works
SONNET
Behind-the-Ear Audio Processor
- Microphone Directionality
- Water-Resistant Design
- Wireless Connectivity
With dual microphone technology, SONNET features Automatic Sound Management 2.0 for hands-free control and effortless listening wherever you go. SONNET is water-resistant, tamperproof, and the ActiveWear option makes it the lightest and smallest audio processor for children. With the Roger TM 21 from Phonak*, SONNET can connect to a range of Roger wireless microphones.
* RogerTM is a trademark of Phonak
More about SONNET Watch the video
RONDO
Single-Unit Audio Processor
- Compact All-in-One Design
- Comfortable and Discreet
- Waterproof with WaterWear Accessory
RONDO combines the control unit, battery pack, and coil into a compact and convenient single-unit processor. RONDO is worn off the ear, so it is especially comfortable for individuals who wear glasses. With the WaterWear accessory, RONDO is waterproof and ready to go anywhere.
More about RONDO Discover WaterWear
SYNCHRONY Cochlear Implant
3.0 Tesla MRI—Without Magnet Removal
With the SYNCHRONY implant*, you'll have the peace of mind knowing you've chosen the only implant that delivers exceptional hearing performance, outstanding reliability, and unmatched MRI safety.
Watch the video More about MED-EL's unique electrode design
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1. Unparalleled
MRI Safety
The self-aligning implant magnet provides unmatched comfort, security, and peace of mind during an MRI scan.
2. Smallest
Titanium Implant
The smallest and lightest titanium cochlear implant available—making it the ideal choice, even for the youngest candidates.
3. Proven
Stability
Small titanium fixation pins secure the implant in place, ensuring stability for long-term safety and reliability.
4. Flexible
Electrodes
MED-EL offers the widest selection of soft, flexible electrodes to ensure the optimal solution can be chosen for every candidate.
Powered by Triformance
Experience the fullest, richest range of sounds, perceive speech and music more naturally, and protect your hearing—all with Triformance.
To give you the most natural hearing possible, MED-EL cochlear implants are powered by Triformance, the combination of three key technologies: Complete Cochlear Coverage, FineHearing, and Structure Preservation.
FineHearing™
Can you hear the bass? Only our unique FineHearing sound coding technology gives you a richer perception of sound by including deep bass tones. With our FineHearing technology, SONNET provides a fuller, more natural perception of speech and music, especially with low-pitched bass sounds.
Structure Preservation
Our incredibly soft, flexible electrodes are designed to protect the delicate nerve cells of your inner ear. Structure Preservation provides a solid foundation for a more clear and accurate perception of sound. Protecting your cochlea enables your implant to deliver the best benefit, both now and in the future.
Complete Cochlear Coverage
To hear the most natural range of sounds, you'll need an implant electrode that's long enough to cover the whole cochlea. We offer the longest, most flexible electrodes available, making our electrodes the only choice for Complete Cochlear Coverage.
Sync With All Your Devices
With flexible connectivity options, both SONNET and RONDO can connect to nearly any external audio source or Assistive Listening Device (ALD), including neckloops and hearing induction loops. With the RogerTM 21 from Phonak*, SONNET can connect to a range of Roger wireless microphones.
* Roger™ is a trademark of Phonak
Take the Next Step
If you would like to learn more about receiving a cochlear implant you can read the four steps of receiving a cochlear implant . To be referred to a cochlear implant center, or for more information about cochlear implant systems from MED-EL, please contact us directly.
Anaesthesia and CIs
The second step in receiving a cochlear implant is implantation, a straightforward surgery performed under general anaesthesia. Do you have any questions about anaesthesia and cochlear implants? Learn more from expert Anaesthesiologist Dr. Roman German.
