In regards to cochlear implants, a channel refers to one of the electrode pairs that are arranged along the electrode array. The channels are numbered consecutively with channel 1 being the lowest in pitch. Not all channels have to be used. They can be turned off individually for various reasons. One reason is that a […]

Increased or excessive ear wax build-up. When ear wax builds up, it can block the ear canal and cause some degree of temporary conductive hearing loss.

See Ear Wax.

That part of the nervous system composed of the brain and spinal cord. Technically, the hair cells in the cochlea and the auditory nerves are also part of the CNS. Problems in the auditory parts of the CNS can distort hearing and “mess up” the way your brain processes what you hear so you may […]

A language disorder that involves the perception and processing of information that has been heard. Children with CAPD have problems following spoken instructions and usually show other language-learning problems, even though the inner ear is functioning normally.

See Cognitive Behavior Therapy.