Swimming
All of the processors have a splashproof rating which is at least as waterproof as modern hearing aids, and in some cases they are considerably more splashproof.Ā However, none of the processors is, by itself, completely waterproof enough to go swimming without a special cover or waterproof coil.
All three manufacturers have water wear options for their speech processors. These allow you to hearĀ while swimming, bathing and taking part in water sports.
PleaseĀ note that someĀ of the water wear accessories are not provided free of charge in your speech processor kit but they can be purchased directly from the manufacturer. Check What’s in the kit?
| Cochlear | Advanced Bionics | MED-EL |
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| Aqua Plus
This product is designed for the Cochlear Nucleus 8 processor. |
Waterproof Battery
This product is designed for use with Sky M/Naida M |
Ā Waterwear cover (SONNET 3)
This product is designed for the MEDEL SONNET 3 processor. |
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 PartnerMic can be used alongside the waterproof battery to give instructions to the user during a swimming lesson, for example |
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| Ā Aqua Plus for Kanso 2
This product is designed for the Cochlear Kanso 2. It can be worn with either a headband or attached to the strap of swimming goggles. |
Ā Waterwear cover (RONDO 3)
This product is designed for the MEDEL RONDO 3 processor. |