tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400365308579128834.post1847937872177012782..comments2023-09-05T05:40:23.441-07:00Comments on Clarity Now: My Cochlear Implant Journey: Here's to Hope: Vanderbilt University's Cochlear Implant StudyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06328698007092036108noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400365308579128834.post-48171788894557674882013-03-18T12:26:10.630-07:002013-03-18T12:26:10.630-07:00Thanks for your comments. It is NOT annoying that ...Thanks for your comments. It is NOT annoying that you've have success with your surgery; I think it's wonderful you hear so well with your CI! What frustrates me is people's perceptions of the surgery. I think many think it will bring overnight success and I'm proof this isn't the case.<br /><br />The Vanderbilt study, however, gives me hope. I'm optimistic this research will increase my ability to hear speech clearly. Also, I hope CI programming becomes more individualized for recipients sooner in the recovery process.<br /><br />And YES! The study includes recipients using different brands. Very exciting indeed-- this could be a huge game changer!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06328698007092036108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4400365308579128834.post-80735639676956123942013-03-17T21:59:42.511-07:002013-03-17T21:59:42.511-07:00It sounds like great things are on the horizon! I&...It sounds like great things are on the horizon! I'd be interested to hear if you're able to get into the study and how much of a commitment it is. When I saw the article, we entertained the idea of emailing and asking to get the programming, but living in Texas it seemed a bit extreme. Of course, I am one of those annoying success stories you hear about, and I don't know that I could improve my hearing all that much. I know it's been more challenging for you, and I hope that you are able to benefit from this!<br /><br />I am also curious to know whether this strategy is available across all brands. From Jennifer's posts, it sounds like it, which makes it a rare opportunity for all CI recipients. Very exciting!PinkLAMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07825368166013129243noreply@blogger.com