We got Landon's new ears in--2 weeks after the order was placed. We were told it would be 6-8 weeks but could be longer so we were pleasantly surprised when we got the notice they had shipped after a week and a half. We go on the 22nd to get them mapped. I took some pictures comparing the Nucleus 5 to the Freedoms for those families out there trying to decide if it is worth it to upgrade. There is a big difference in the width between the two processors and the Nucleus 5 seems to sit higher off the top of the ear so they don't hang down near as long as the Freedoms--you can't even see them from the front. If anyone wants a particular picture of something just let me know and I'll post it for you.
Just a clarification for those that don't know, the Freedom (his old ear) is the beige processor and the Nucleus 5 (his new ear) is the dark brown processor.
Doesn't look like a huge difference, but the N5 is shorter. It may be even smaller once we get the rechargeable batteries since there is a compact rechargeable and a standard rechargeable.
The difference in width is huge. It sits so much better on his ear being skinnier.
Wearing the N5--from the front all you see is the clear ear hook over the top-you don't see the bottom of the processor at all.
The N5 from the side. It sits higher on his ear than the Freedom but doesn't hang down as long.
wearing his Freedom
8 comments:
Oh how exciting!!! I love how they don't hang down so low like the Freedoms and aren't so bulky on the ear. Congrats!
Great information. Thanks for posting! They look great on Landon.
I am so excited, I know you can't wait until they are mapped. Love Ya !!1 Ma Ma
Boy... our little train lover looks great with those new ears. They look really good on him and three is a big difference in size! He makes a handsome model!
These have got to feel lighter for him. Maybe they won't come un-hooked as much by being more snug to the ear.
Tell Landon he is one cute little man. Love him.
How did you get insurance approval? We were just denied. Did you write a letter of medical necessity? Just curious.
Yes, there was a letter of medical necessity from the surgeon. We did also write a profile for the committee of the benefits.
Hi. I'm getting my 5's next year most likely. I understand the 5's are more sturdy than the Freedom curious what you guys experience as far as that goes has been. Also the waterproofing is that serious or not? (No way I'll intentionally get near water even with the 5's but the extra reassurance if I say, slip on a banana peel and fall in a pool would be nice.
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