Cochlear Implant Support at Kirtikar Sound UP Hearing and Speech Clinic
Cochlear Implant (CI) Support at Kirtikar Sound UP Hearing and Speech Clinic offers comprehensive, expert-guided care for individuals with severe to profound sensorineural hearing loss who do not benefit adequately from conventional hearing aids.
Led by Audiologist and Speech Pathologist Rajeshree Kirtikar, our clinic provides end-to-end support throughout your cochlear implant journey—from pre-implant evaluation to long-term rehabilitation—ensuring optimal hearing and communication outcomes.
Led by Audiologist and Speech Pathologist Rajeshree Kirtikar, our clinic provides end-to-end support throughout your cochlear implant journey—from pre-implant evaluation to long-term rehabilitation—ensuring optimal hearing and communication outcomes.
Why Cochlear Implant Support Matters
A cochlear implant journey extends far beyond surgery. Successful outcomes depend on professional evaluation, careful device programming, and dedicated rehabilitation. Our service ensures that each stage is managed with expertise, empathy, and continuous guidance.
Stages of Cochlear Implant Support
1. Pre-Implant Counselling
Before surgery, we conduct detailed assessments and counselling to ensure readiness and set realistic expectations.
2.Candidacy Evaluation
A detailed review of:
- Audiological test results
- Imaging findings
- Speech understanding levels
This helps confirm whether a cochlear implant will provide meaningful benefit.
3.Expectation Management
- What a cochlear implant can and cannot achieve
- The device provides access to sound, not instant natural hearing
- Practice and rehabilitation are required to understand speech
4.Family Preparation
- Guidance on supporting listening practice
- Maintaining realistic expectations
- Encouraging consistent device use and therapy
Family involvement is essential, especially for children.
5. Activation & Mapping (Switch-On)
After surgery and healing, the external sound processor is activated.
6.Initial Switch-On
- The sound processor is turned on
- Electrical stimulation levels are set carefully
- New sounds are introduced gradually and safely
7.Fine-Tuning (Mapping)
- Multiple sessions to adjust stimulation levels
- Improve sound clarity and comfort
- Enhance speech understanding as the brain adapts
Regular mapping is essential for best hearing results.
8. Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT)
This is the most important phase for long-term communication success.
9.Speech & Language Rehabilitation
- Understanding new sound signals
- Building listening skills
- Developing clear speech
- Understanding spoken language
10.One-on-One Sessions
- Individualized and age-appropriate
- Focused on listening and communication goals
Therapy supports children in mainstream environments and helps adults improve clarity and confidence.
11. Long-Term Follow-Up & Support
- Regular monitoring of device performance
- Ongoing mapping adjustments
- Continuous progress in speech, language, and listening skills
Long-term support ensures strong and consistent hearing performance throughout life.