Comments on: Having a Conversation About Cochlear Implants https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/ Live Your Best Life Now! Sun, 03 Nov 2019 12:29:29 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: HelloIm50ish https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2064 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 12:29:29 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2064 In reply to shelbeeontheedge1.

Shelbee,

I am so happy you read my post!
Robin started losing her hearing in her 30’s and did wear hearing aids.
However the hearing aids didn’t help her and she was a perfect candidate for the cochlear implants.

I am wondering how many soldiers have severe hearing loss due to service.

Hugs,
Robin

]]> By: HelloIm50ish https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2063 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 11:52:51 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2063 In reply to The Evolista.

Jenifer,
This is severe hearing loss that I discussed with Robin.
I don’t think this would be an option for tinnitus.

Hugs,
Robin

]]> By: HelloIm50ish https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2062 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 11:48:16 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2062 In reply to Colleen.

Colleen,

Yes Robin is living her life on her terms now.
She is able to ride again and has a very active lifestyle because she can hear again.

Hugs,
Robin

]]> By: shelbeeontheedge1 https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2056 Thu, 31 Oct 2019 17:08:47 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2056 Robin, I have never heard of this solution for hearing loss either and I am completely fascinated by it. This post is also very timely for me as my husband is being fitted for hearing aids within the next few weeks. He has significant hearing loss from life in the Army and too much time spent in active war zones. Right now, his hearing issues should be easily resolved with hearing aids, but who knows if the loss will get worse over time. He is only 38 so it is probable that in 30 years, he may need something more. This is such great information to have for when we will be needing it. Thanks so much for sharing and linking up. And much gratitude to Robin C. for sharing her inspirational story with us.

Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

]]> By: The Evolista https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2055 Tue, 29 Oct 2019 17:17:04 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2055 This is such an interesting post and a complete game changer for someone with hearing loss. I’m assuming it is not an option for people who have hearing issues caused by Tinitus but am curious to know if you discussed that.

xx Jenifer

]]> By: Colleen https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2053 Sat, 26 Oct 2019 15:17:50 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2053 It is amazing how much of life is affected by your senses. Glad to hear that she is doing so well and has thrived with the implants.

]]> By: HelloIm50ish https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2051 Sat, 26 Oct 2019 13:58:38 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2051 In reply to Susan.

Susan,

Thank you for stopping by today!
I really think we are able live our best lives armed with information about the latest technology if we suffer from profound hearing loss that hearing aids can’t help with.

Hugs,
Robin

]]> By: HelloIm50ish https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2050 Sat, 26 Oct 2019 13:46:40 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2050 In reply to Suzana Barton.

Suzana,

Cochlear implants are only recommended for people who can no longer hear using hearing aids. Robin was so kind to spend time with me educating and inspiring me for this blog post.

Hugs,
Robin

]]> By: Susan https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2047 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:20:54 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2047 What an inspiration! We all face adversity, and I love to see those who rise above, face it head on and don’t let it get in the way of living their best life. Thank you for this informational and inspirational post!

]]> By: Suzana Barton https://helloim50ish.com/having-a-conversation-about-cochlear-implants/#comment-2046 Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:06:45 +0000 https://helloim50ish.com/?p=11503#comment-2046 I’ve never heard of cochlear implants before. But I jumped to read this article immediately upon getting an alert about this new blog post because I’m super curious. (A close family member is struggling with a loss of hearing.) Thank you for sharing your conversation/s about such a relevant topic.
~ Suzana Barton

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