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Explain how Auracast may help for people who are reluctant to getting CI.
Are there any other options other than CI’s or hearing aids out there or on the horizon?
I just turned 73 and would give anything to recover even part of my hearing loss.
I look forward to hearing from you.
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Check out bone-conduction hearing devices. They send sound to your brain via vibrations and the sound (in my opinion) is completely natural sounding! Mine, which is the Osia 2 from the Cochlear brand of products, attaches to my head via a magnet. It is completely comfortable and I think this technology is FABULOUS and overlooked!
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It's important to understand that Auracast is not really here yet when it comes to hearing aids and cochlear implant processors.
There are lots of devices that work with telecoils. A personal neckloop costs around $50 and will connect with audio devices like radios, iPods, cell phones, FM transmitters in worship centers, theaters, meeting halls, etc. Plus the t-coil doesn't add cost to the hearing products. Most of us want to hear NOW, not 5-10 years from now. I sincerely hope you won't wait to get help.
I'm sorry you're reluctant to consider cochlear implants, especially when you say "I'd give anything to recover even part of my hearing loss". Most who have them say their only regret is not getting them sooner. Prior to getting my CI I was testing with less than 30% word recognition w/o my hearing aids and around 45% with them. With my CI and hearing aid working together my word recognition improved to 92%. Absolutely no regrets.