Is a cochlear implant just like a louder hearing aid?
No. Cochlear impalnts and hearing aids are completely different. The cochlear implant is a series of electrical pulses that stimulate the auditory nerve directly. Clarity of sound depends on the condition of your auditory nerves and the ability of your cochlear implant equipment. Some studies indicate that if your auditory nerves do not receive any stimulation for prolonged periods of time they will become weak and eventually die.
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