Contents
- 1 Cochlear Implant Pre-Process & Speech Therapy at VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad – Complete Guide
- 2 1. Cochlear Implant Pre-Process at VR Speech & Hearing Clinic, Wakad
- 3 2. Post-Implant Speech Therapy at VR Speech & Hearing Clinic
- 4 3. Why Choose VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad, Pune?
- 5 4. Ideal Candidates for Cochlear Implants
- 6 5. Final Thoughts
Cochlear Implant Pre-Process & Speech Therapy at VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad – Complete Guide
For individuals with severe to profound hearing loss, a cochlear implant can be a life-changing solution. However, the success of a cochlear implant depends not only on the surgery but also on the pre-implant assessments and post-implant speech therapy that help the brain adapt to new sound signals.
At VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad (Pune), we provide a complete, patient-friendly cochlear implant pathway — from evaluations to long-term rehabilitation.
What Is a Cochlear Implant?
A cochlear implant is an advanced electronic device that bypasses damaged inner-ear hair cells and directly stimulates the auditory nerve. Unlike a hearing aid that amplifies sound, a cochlear implant sends sound signals to the brain through electrical stimulation.
It is recommended for individuals who get limited benefit from hearing aids but still wish to develop or improve spoken communication.
1. Cochlear Implant Pre-Process at VR Speech & Hearing Clinic, Wakad
The pre-process ensures that the implant is medically suitable and that the patient will benefit from the procedure. Our centre follows a thorough, step-by-step evaluation system.
A. Initial Consultation & Counselling
Our audiologist and speech-language pathologist explain:
How a cochlear implant works
What outcomes to expect
How long rehabilitation will take
The role of parents/caregivers in the process
This session helps families set realistic goals before moving forward.
B. Audiological Assessments
A complete hearing evaluation is conducted, including:
Pure-tone audiometry
Speech perception tests
Hearing aid benefit analysis
Tympanometry and OAE/BERA (as required)
These tests determine if the individual is an ideal candidate for implantation.
C. Medical & Radiological Evaluation
An ENT surgeon examines the ear and reviews CT/MRI scans to confirm:
Inner-ear anatomy
Condition of the auditory nerve
Suitability for surgery
This stage ensures medical safety and surgical clarity.
D. Speech & Language Assessment
Our speech-language pathologist evaluates:
Current listening skills
Speech clarity
Vocabulary and language development
Communication mode (spoken language, gestures, lip-reading)
This assessment helps create a personalised therapy plan after implantation.
E. Family Orientation & Planning
We discuss:
Device options
Surgery timeline
Expected progress
Need for consistent follow-up
Therapy schedule after activation
Families receive complete guidance, ensuring confidence before the surgery.
2. Post-Implant Speech Therapy at VR Speech & Hearing Clinic
After activation, the cochlear implant delivers sound to the brain — but interpreting that sound requires intensive auditory and speech therapy.
Our Wakad centre provides structured rehabilitation designed for infants, children, adults, and seniors.
A. Auditory Training
Patients learn to:
Detect sounds
Discriminate between different sounds
Recognise speech in quiet and noisy environments
Understand words and sentences
This gradually teaches the brain to make sense of new auditory signals.
B. Speech Development
Therapy targets:
Pronunciation
Speech clarity
Voice quality
Intonation and rhythm
Expanding vocabulary
Children receive play-based, age-appropriate therapy. Adults train using real-life communication tasks.
C. Listening & Language Therapy
For children, early listening training supports:
Language building
Grammar development
Academic readiness
Social communication
Parents are trained to carry out daily listening activities at home.
D. Mapping & Regular Follow-Ups
Our audiologists coordinate closely with ENT surgeons for:
Device mapping
Comfort level adjustments
Volume and frequency fine-tuning
Progress monitoring every few weeks
Consistent follow-up ensures maximum performance from the device.
3. Why Choose VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad, Pune?
Experienced audiologists & speech-language therapists
Child-friendly and adult-friendly therapy setup
Complete cochlear implant assessment and rehabilitation under one roof
Personalised treatment plans
Long-term follow-up and support
Parent/caregiver training for faster progress
Dedicated counselling throughout the journey
Our clinic provides a warm, supportive environment that makes the cochlear implant journey smooth and stress-free.
4. Ideal Candidates for Cochlear Implants
Children with severe-to-profound hearing loss
Adults who receive limited benefit from hearing aids
Individuals who want to develop or regain spoken communication
Patients with sensorineural hearing loss not correctable by other methods
5. Final Thoughts
A cochlear implant can open the world of sound — but its true success depends on timely evaluations, proper guidance, and dedicated therapy.
At VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, Wakad, we walk with you through every phase:
Assessment → Surgery Planning → Activation → Speech Therapy → Long-term Progress.