There are two issues regarding HA and CI that I've been curious about...
First off, I know cochlear implantation can exceed $40.000 USD, but I am surprised to see few comments regarding the cost factor in the threads of this forum. How much of an issue is the cost of the device to the members of AllDeaf.com?
And second, how effective is sound localization and is it ever a problem for HA or CI users? By that, I mean the ability to identify the location of a sound with the device. I know that the purpose of bilateral HA and CI is to help aid this, but to what extent does sound localization improve (if any)?
First off, I know cochlear implantation can exceed $40.000 USD, but I am surprised to see few comments regarding the cost factor in the threads of this forum. How much of an issue is the cost of the device to the members of AllDeaf.com?
And second, how effective is sound localization and is it ever a problem for HA or CI users? By that, I mean the ability to identify the location of a sound with the device. I know that the purpose of bilateral HA and CI is to help aid this, but to what extent does sound localization improve (if any)?