VORP (Vibrating Ossicular Prosthesis)
The implanted part of the Vibrant Soundbridge is called the VORP (Vibrating Ossicular Prosthesis) and consists of an internal coil, a magnet to hold the Audio Processor over the implant, a demodulator, the conductor link and the innovative technology of the Floating Mass Transducer™ (FMT™).
The signal from the Audio Processor is transmitted to the VORP and transformed into mechanical vibrations by the FMT.
The VORP is implanted during a surgical procedure in which the FMT is attached to a vibratory structure of the ear. When activated, the FMT vibrates in a controlled manner, specific to each patient's hearing needs, causing the structure of the ear to vibrate. It conducts a wide frequency range up to 8000 Hz.
; "Vibrant Soundbridge")
The FMT, a tiny magnet, lies at the core of this advanced technology.
A benefit of the implantable hearing system is the "direct" transfer of the acoustic signal. The ear canal remains completely open.
Learn more about the history of the Vibrant Soundbridge.
VORP - Technical specifications
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