The same narration
Over-ear headphones deliver the same speech to the natural-hearing ear and the implant processor's external microphone, with separate volume control.
Meet HearLift
For people with single-sided deafness who use a cochlear implant. HearLift's goal is to help the brain integrate implant sound with natural hearing.
Adjustable lower-volume natural hearing support keeps both inputs in practice while supporting focus on implant sound.
Available for iPhone and iPad. Android release in preparation.
The practice approach
When both inputs receive speech at the same volume, the brain may focus mainly on natural hearing. HearLift offers a middle ground between equal-volume listening and implant-only practice.
Over-ear headphones deliver the same speech to the natural-hearing ear and the implant processor's external microphone, with separate volume control.
Minimize and vary the level sent to natural hearing. Lower-volume support plays softly in the background, helping you follow the words without overshadowing implant input.
Follow HearLift's setup guidance to choose the implant ear and establish listening levels for your own headphones and processor.
Find the full introduction, supported setup, app information, and privacy details on the HearLift website. HearLift describes an intended practice approach; it does not promise a medical outcome.
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