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MEDEL TICI UNICO

You may - or may not - have heard that MEDEL have launched (in October 2026) a new implant and processor called TICI UNICO.  TICI is their Totally Implantable Cochlear Implant.  With this CI system, there is no external processor, microphone, battery or coil - everything is under the skin. Patients are asking about it, but please note that it is not yet available on the NHS. At the time of this post (October 2026), USAIS is not implanting this device. Continue reading →

How to stop feedback when wearing a woolly hat

Some patients, mostly Bone Conduction Device Implant patients, cannot wear a hat without getting an annoying screeching sound, others can hear the wind blow - and it can be loud.  One of our patients came in with this SolaceShield accessory recently.  Worn over the bone conduction device and under a woolly hat to keep the head warm, there was no screeching, no feedback and no wind noise. Continue reading →

European Deaf Games – a story

Freya Jayne Chipperfield, at the age of 15, took part in her first international swimming competition.  She was then selected to represent Team GP at the European Deaf Youth Games in the Under 19s category. Freya makes good use of the manufacturer's swimwear products to protect her processor.  MEDEL tell me they would be happy to put any CI candidates in touch with Freya to discuss any concerns about using these accessories to keep your processor safe whilst swimming. Continue reading →

Links between hearing loss and anxiety

Have you wondered about the links between hearing loss and susceptibility to developing anxiety? Bethen is undertaking research into this.  If you are over 18 years with - or without - hearing loss AND have NOT been diagnosed with anxiety disorder, your participation will help to understand possible links. There are other exclusions. There is the offer of £35 reimbursement for study time and additional payments for travel if you are eligible. Continue reading →

Do you know about – passing through airport security?

In this “Do you Know about…” series of posts, we will explore what you can – and cannot – do if you have a Cochlear Implant.  The answer is that you can do pretty much everything but sometimes a few precautions are required.  Knowledge is power. Are you nervous about going through airport security?  Here are some things you might like to know. Wear your device. You can wear your processor whilst passing through security. Continue reading →

Be Heard by MEDEL in Southampton

“Care For You” Initiative in Southampton  Free support for patients on their journey to hearing Brought to you by MED-EL UK & Ireland, through BeHeard by MED-EL in partnership with the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) MEDEL are offering these support days that provide counselling, practical guidance and an opportunity to meet those who have had a similar experience, your Hear Peers. Continue reading →

NDCS Campaign – Classroom acoustics matter

National Deaf Childrens' Society have launched a campaign on classroom acoustics.  Have you struggled with poor acoustics in your child’s classroom, could that be why your child is struggling?  Or have you seen a school get it right? A local National Deaf Children’s Society campaigner is already making progress to ensure every classroom considers acoustics for deaf children, but they can’t do it alone. Continue reading →