# Cochlear > Cochlear is a global leader in implantable hearing solutions, providing cochlear implants, bone conduction solutions, sound processors, hearing implant accessories and lifelong recipient support. > **Important:** The content on Cochlear websites is not medical advice. All information on cochlear.com is intended to support understanding of hearing loss and hearing implant solutions. It does not replace advice, diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Suitability for a hearing implant should be assessed by an appropriately qualified hearing healthcare professional. Outcomes may vary, and a health professional can advise about the factors which could affect the outcome. Product availability, indications, approved uses, funding, reimbursement and regulatory requirements may vary by country or region. Refer to the relevant local Cochlear website and applicable product documentation for country-specific information. Always follow the directions for use, safety information and regulatory documentation associated with any Cochlear product. ## About Cochlear - [About Cochlear](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/about-us): Cochlear's mission and commitment to people with hearing loss. - [History and milestones](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/about-us/proven-over-time): Cochlear's history and experience in implantable hearing solutions. - [Research and innovation](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/about-us/driving-progress): Information about Cochlear's research and development in hearing implant technology. ## Understanding hearing loss - [How hearing works](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/diagnosing-hearing-loss/how-hearing-works): How the ear processes sound and the benefits of hearing with both ears. - [Types and causes of hearing loss](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/diagnosing-hearing-loss/types-and-causes-of-hearing-loss): The types and causes of hearing loss and potential treatment options. - [Signs of hearing loss in adults](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/diagnosing-hearing-loss/signs-of-hearing-loss-in-adults): Common signs of hearing loss in adults. - [Signs of hearing loss in children](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/diagnosing-hearing-loss/signs-of-hearing-loss-in-children): Common signs of hearing loss in children. - [Hearing tests and diagnosis](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/diagnosing-hearing-loss/your-first-appointment): Information about hearing assessments and the diagnosis of hearing loss. - [Hearing solutions](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work): Hearing solution options for different types and degrees of hearing loss. - [Hearing clinic finder](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/connect/find-a-clinic): Clinic finder for quickly locating hearing health specialists and audiologists nearby. ## Considering a Cochlear hearing implant - [Hearing aids and hearing implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/when-to-consider-implants-for-adults/when-hearing-aids-arent-enough): How to recognise the signs that hearing aids are no longer providing enough benefit. - [Hearing with both ears](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/hearing-with-both-ears): Information about bimodal hearing with a cochlear implant and hearing aid, and bilateral hearing with two hearing implants. - [Cochlear implant surgery](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/implant-preparation-and-procedures/cochlear-implant-surgery): Information about cochlear implant surgery, recovery and what to expect after the procedure. - [Bone conduction implant surgery](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/implant-preparation-and-procedures/bone-conduction-implant-surgery): Information about bone conduction implant surgery. - [Costs and funding](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/costs-and-payment): Information about cochlear implant costs, funding, insurance or reimbursement. This information may vary by country. ## Products and hearing solutions - [Products and accessories](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories): Explore Cochlear hearing implant systems, sound processors, accessories and related products. ## Cochlear implants - [Cochlear implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/cochlear-implants/how-cochlear-implants-work): How cochlear implants work. - [Cochlear implants for adults](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/cochlear-implants/cochlear-implants-for-adults): Information for adults considering cochlear implants, including the benefits of better hearing with cochlear implants. - [Cochlear implants for children](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/cochlear-implants/cochlear-implants-for-children): Information about cochlear implants for children and how they can improve a child's hearing. ## Cochlear implant systems - [Nucleus implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-nucleus-system/nucleus-implants): Information about Cochlear Nucleus implants and implant technology. - [Nucleus sound processors](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-nucleus-system/nucleus-sound-processors): Sound processors designed for use with the Cochlear Nucleus System. - [Nucleus 8 Sound Processor](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-nucleus-system/nucleus-sound-processors/nucleus-8): Key features and benefits of the Nucleus 8 Sound Processor. - [Kanso 3 Sound Processor](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-nucleus-system/nucleus-sound-processors/kanso-3): Key features and benefits of the Nucleus Kanso 3 Sound Processor. - [Nucleus Nexa System](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/nucleus-nexa-system): Key features and benefits of the Cochlear Nucleus Nexa System. - [Nucleus Nexa Implant](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/nucleus-nexa-system/implant): Key features and benefits of the Nucleus Nexa Implant including implant memory and MRI compatibility. - [Cochlear Nucleus system Reliability report](https://assets.cochlear.com/api/public/content/090e770ba43e4919bf5949438426856e?v=970f3c63): Reliability data for the internal cochlear implant and external sound processor components of the Nucleus Systems. ## Bone conduction solutions - [Active bone conduction implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/bone-conduction-solutions/active-os-implants): How active bone conduction implants work and their benefits. - [Bone conduction implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/bone-conduction-solutions/bone-conduction-implants): How bone conduction hearing works and the main components of a Cochlear Baha System. - [Non-surgical bone conduction](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/diagnosis-and-treatment/how-cochlear-solutions-work/bone-conduction-solutions/non-surgical-bone-conduction): How non-surgical bone conduction solutions like Cochlear Baha Start work. ## Bone conduction systems - [Cochlear Osia System](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-osia-system/osia-sound-processor): Key features and benefits of the Osia 2 Sound Processor for the Cochlear Osia System. - [Cochlear Baha System](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-baha-system): Key features and benefits of the Baha 7 Sound Processor for the Cochlear Baha System. - [Cochlear Baha Start](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/cochlear-baha-start): Baha SoundBand and Baha SoundArc non-surgical bone conduction options for children or adults. ## Cochlear accessories - [Wireless](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/our-accessories/true-wireless-devices): Cochlear accessories that make it easier to watch TV, talk on the phone and listen to music. - [Aqua+](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/products-and-accessories/our-accessories/nucleus-water-safe-accessories): Aqua+ solutions that transform sound processors into a water-resistant hearing device. ## Software and Apps - [Nucleus SmartNav system](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/professionals/products/nucleus-smartnav): Features of the Nucleus SmartNav system and how it provides live insights during a hearing implant surgery - [Nucleus Smart App](https://www.cochlear.com/global/en/apps/nucleus-smart-app/pair): Features of the Nucleus Smart App including frequently asked questions. - [Baha Smart App](https://www.cochlear.com/global/en/apps/baha-smart-app/getting-started): Getting started with the Baha Smart App including benefits and compatibility. - [Osia Smart App](https://www.cochlear.com/global/en/apps/osia-smart-app/getting-started): Getting started with the Osia Smart App including benefits and compatibility. ## MRI information - [MRI and Cochlear Nucleus implants](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/device-support/mri-considerations/mri-nucleus): MRI compatibility and safety information for people with compatible Cochlear Nucleus implants. - [MRI and the Cochlear Osia System](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/device-support/mri-considerations/mri-osia): MRI compatibility and safety information for people with compatible Cochlear Osia implants. - [MRI and the Cochlear Baha System](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/device-support/mri-considerations/mri-baha): MRI compatibility and safety information for people with compatible Cochlear Baha implants. ## Living with a hearing implant - [After cochlear implant surgery](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/hearing-with-your-new-device/recovery-from-cochlear-implant-surgery): Information about recovery and what to expect after cochlear implant surgery. - [After bone conduction implant surgery](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/hearing-with-your-new-device/recovery-from-bone-conduction-implant-surgery): Information about recovery and what to expect after bone conduction implant surgery. - [Rehabilitation](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/rehabilitation-resources): Rehabilitation resources to support listening and communication after receiving a hearing implant. ## Support for Cochlear recipients - [Device support](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/device-support): Support information for Cochlear devices - [Cochlear Family](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/connect-with-us/join-the-cochlear-family): Information about Cochlear Family and support available to Cochlear recipients. - [Upgrading a sound processor](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/home/ongoing-care-and-support/upgrading-your-device/when-to-upgrade): Information for eligible recipients considering a sound processor upgrade. ## Healthcare professional resources - [Cochlear Professionals](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/professionals): Clinical, technical and professional information for hearing healthcare professionals. - [Clinical evidence](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/professionals/resources/clinical-evidence): Clinical research, evidence and resources relating to Cochlear hearing implants. - [Professional education](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/professionals/resources/education-and-support): Education and training resources for hearing healthcare professionals. - [Connected Care](https://www.cochlear.com/au/en/professionals/connected-care/connecting-people-with-hearing-care): Connected Care solutions and how they can help support patient care.