As an audiologist, you play a vital role in helping cochlear implant recipients feel confident and connected to their devices. One simple yet powerful way to support that connection? Encourage personalization.
Cochlear™ Nucleus® behind-the-ear sound processors come in six standard color options – but many recipients, especially children and teens, love the opportunity to make their device truly their own. Cochlear personalization covers are complimentary with Nucleus 8 System orders, with options for power extend battery users and for compact battery users.
DIY Customization with Everyday Items
Patients can easily decorate their covers using items they already have at home or can find at low-cost craft stores. Here are a few examples of items they can use:
- Nail polish (clear or colored) to create a custom base
- Stickers, washi tape, glitter, gems and tiny decals
- Paper napkins with fun prints or textures
- Googly eyes, holiday decorations, or sports team logos
Decorating sound processor covers is a fun way for your patients to express their personality. Use nail polish to layer a clear base coat or a base coat in their favorite shade until they achieve the color they want. Then they can add their favorite craft trimmings: stickers, paper napkins in designs, colorful tapes, gems, glitter, rosettes, tiny nail decals and others for extra flair. After the design is completely dry, use a clear top-coat coating to secure the trimmings. In no time at all, they’ll have a one-of-a-kind sound processor cover that reflects their imagination, personality and interests.
Creative Themes to Share with Patients
Here are a few fun ideas you can suggest to spark inspiration:
- Sports teams or favorite sports gear
- Superheroes or pop culture characters
- Holiday themes (Valentine’s Day, Halloween, weddings)
- Animals or nature (cats, dinosaurs, ocean life)
- Vehicles (bikes, rockets, tractors)
Want to Offer More Options?
Patients and families can order additional personalization covers and stickers here.
Bring Personalization into Your Clinic
Clinics across the country are using personalization to build excitement and ownership around device use. Here are a few easy ways to incorporate it into your practice:
- Showcase decorated covers on a bulletin board or in a display case
- Host a decorating contest for patients
- Set up a small decorating station with blank covers for post-appointment creativity
- Use personalization covers or stickers as incentives for consistent device usu
Lastly, check out this video by Daisy Kent for more inspiration.
By encouraging creativity, you’re not just helping patients decorate a device—you’re helping them embrace their hearing journey with confidence and pride.
