Cochlear implants offer those with hearing loss "clinically meaningful improvement".<br />According to a new study, the improvement in hearing and quality of life for those over 65 is preferred hearing aids.<br />According to UPI, seniors who previously used hearing aids saw a 20% to 40% improvement in hearing.<br />According to UPI, all participants in the study saw no side effects with the device.<br />Researchers say the findings are significant because implants are "underused" in older adults.<br />Nearly 25% of those age 65 to 74 and 50% of those 75 and older have disabling hearing loss.
