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Document | Title | Date |
20080306330 | SLEEPING MODE ACCESSORY - A device for inducing a target physiological state in a user may include a portable device including at least one receiver for receiving measurement data indicative of a current physiological state of the user, a processing unit for processing the received measurement data, at least one audio output unit and a memory, the processing unit being arranged to detect the current physiological state of the user by comparing the processed received measurement data to predefined data in the memory indicative of physiological states, wherein the processing unit is arranged to output audio data through the audio output unit depending on the detected current physiological state and to adjust the output of the audio data according to the target physiological state to be induced in the user. | 12-11-2008 |
20080312491 | Sensory Apparatus - A highly mobile unit that will allow sensory room equipment to be stowed, moved and used in various locations. | 12-18-2008 |
20080319253 | Environment Adjustment System and Environment Adjustment Method, and Air Conditioner and Remote Controller - An environment adjustment system mainly includes an air conditioner and a display. The air conditioner includes a temperature adjustment control part, a transmission part, and a temperature adjustment part. The display includes a projection control part, a reception part, and a projection part. The temperature adjustment control part causes the transmission part to transmit a control instruction to the display. The control instruction causes the display to control the color tone of an image. The reception part receives the control instruction transmitted from the air conditioner, and the projection control part causes the projection part to display an image with a color tone having a calming effect based on the control instruction. After that, the temperature adjustment control part causes the temperature adjustment part to lower ambient temperature. | 12-25-2008 |
20090062598 | SYSTEM FOR INDUCING A SUBJECT TO FALL TO SLEEP - The invention relates to a system ( | 03-05-2009 |
20090118569 | Premixed Counseling and Sound Therapy Matrix For Single Media Players - A matrixed and premixed counseling and sound therapy program format for single media players, which provides, and enables user-selection among, a multiplicity of differing music or other sound therapy tracks each separately premixed with a common, or substantially equivalent or redundant counseling track. The system may be applied to more than one substantially different counseling program each based on a common redundant counseling track. The program format is applicable to a diversity of therapeutic, self-improvement, training and educational programs. | 05-07-2009 |
20090124850 | Portable player for facilitating customized sound therapy for tinnitus management - A portable player for facilitating implementation of customized sound therapy to a patient. The PSP is designed to producing sounds at fairly low listening levels, wherein in order for effective habituation to occur. The PSP generates frequencies covering the entire audible range (about 20-20,000 Hz) at low distortion. The PSP is operatively coupled to a sound matching station (SMS) via a suitable interface (e.g., a USB interface), is connected, wired or wirelessly, to audio output transducers (e.g., headphones) for both the patient and the CST operator during the matching session, then detached for patient's use during habituation therapy. The PSP records automatically the patient's usage, by building a record of the date and time when the PSP was turned on and off, and the sound volume used at that time. This information can be downloaded at the next visit onto the SMS and reviewed and analyzed for further treatments. | 05-14-2009 |
20090149699 | SYSTEM FOR AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING PLAYBACK OF AUDIO SIGNALS | 06-11-2009 |
20090234181 | Assessment Tool For Storing and Sharing Music Therapy Patient Records - This invention relates to an assessment tool for use in musical therapy comprising: (a) at least one patient record stored within the assessment tool; (b) at least one field or datum within the patient record; (c) a security scheme that either permits or denies authorization a user to view and/or edit each field or datum within each patient record; and optionally, (d) a plurality of users of the assessment tool each with a unique identification. This invention also relates to combining the above embodiments with a computer to store the patient records, and the security scheme. This above tool may also be connected to a network, including the internet, via the computer element. | 09-17-2009 |
20090275794 | Portable Electronic Sound, Physioacoustic, and Colored Light Therapy System - The present invention is a portable integrated sound, physioacoustic, and colored light apparatus. This is a self-contained electrically powered device designed to stimulate and facilitate the human body's innate self-healing mechanisms. The active components are housed in a portable pyramidal-shaped lower enclosure ( | 11-05-2009 |
20090287039 | SLEEP INDUCING APPARATUS AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE USING THE SAME - An apparatus for inducing sleep includes an audio generator, a signal generator, and a signal processor. The audio generator generates audio signals. The signal generator generates electrical signals with a frequency between 0.4 HZ to 4 HZ. The signal processor adjusts amplitudes of the audio signals according to the frequency, and outputs the adjusted audio signals. | 11-19-2009 |
20100048985 | EMI/ESD hardened transducer driver driver for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for protecting electronics of a closed loop neuromodulator, configured to optimize sleep therapy for a patient, from electromagnetic interference (EMI) or electrostatic discharge (ESD). A transducer signal can be provided, at an output of a hardened sensor interface, to a sleep therapy transducer. EMI can be reduced between the output and the electronics using an EMI filter and a grounded metal shield, and an ESD protection device, coupled to the grounded metal shield, can be provided to protect the electronics of the closed loop neuromodulator from an energy surge. | 02-25-2010 |
20100048986 | Dosage optimization for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for optimizing a sleep therapy using a closed loop neuromodulator. A first sleep disorder can be detected using first activity information, and a first stimulus can be provided, in response to the first sleep disorder event, using a set of stimulation parameters. The first sleep disorder can be detected using second activity information, at least one of the set of stimulation parameters can be adjusted, and a second stimulus can be provided using the adjusted set of stimulus parameters, wherein the second stimulus has more energy than the first stimulus. | 02-25-2010 |
20100056854 | Method and system for brain entertainment - The present invention is a method of modifying music files to induce a desired state of consciousness. First and second modulations are introduced into a music file such that, when the music file is played, both of the modulations occur simultaneously. Additional modulations can be introduced, as well as sound tones at window frequencies. | 03-04-2010 |
20100056855 | Closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for optimizing a sleep therapy using a closed loop neuromodulator. A first sleep disorder event can be detected using first activity information, and a first stimulus can be provided, in response to the first sleep disorder event, using a set of stimulus parameters. Termination of the first sleep disorder event can be detected using second activity information, and at least one therapy parameter can be adjusted to decrease an energy level of a subsequent stimulus. | 03-04-2010 |
20100063350 | Anti-habituating sleep therapy for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for anti-habituating sleep therapy using a closed loop neuromodulator. A first sleep disorder event can be detected using first activity information, and a first series of stimuli can be provided, in response to the first sleep disorder event, using a set of stimulus parameters. A habituation event can be detected and anti-habituation stimulation parameter can be adjusted to avoid patient habituation to the stimuli. | 03-11-2010 |
20100076251 | PYRO/PIEZO SENSOR AND STIMULATOR - This document discusses, among other things, an apparatus and method for detecting respiration information of a patient and for providing a stimulation to the patient. A sleep sensor transducer includes a pyro/piezoelectric film. A first and second electrode can attach to the film to transmit the detected respiration information to a closed loop neuromodulator and to receive stimulation energy from the closed loop neuromodulator to provide the stimulation. | 03-25-2010 |
20100076252 | PYRO/PIEZO SENSOR AND STIMULATOR HYBRID CIRCUIT - This document discusses, among other things, an apparatus and method for receiving respiration information of a patient and for providing a stimulation to the patient using a hybrid circuit. The hybrid circuit includes a control input for receiving a control signal having a first and second state. A sense switch of the hybrid circuit can provide respiration information from a pyro/piezoelectric film sleep sensor and stimulator to a closed loop neuromodulator in response to the first state. A stimulation switch of the hybrid circuit can provide stimulation energy from the closed loop neuromodulator to the pyro/piezoelectric film sensor and stimulator in response to the second state. The hybrid circuit can couple to the pyro/piezoelectric film sensor and stimulator using a single wire pair. | 03-25-2010 |
20100076253 | GUIDE GLASSES - A sound and light machine (SLM) produces sound and light that pulses at brain wave frequencies. The SLM is programmed to induce a particular state of consciousness in a user. The SLM includes a left and a right light emitting diode (LED) ( | 03-25-2010 |
20100099943 | MUSIC ENHANCED MASSAGE SYSTEM - A music enhanced massage system includes a first set of headphones that would be worn by the recipient to be massaged. A second set of headphones is worn by the massage practitioner. Music is simultaneously transmitted to both sets of headphones so that the massage practitioner can massage the recipient in accordance with the sound of the music. | 04-22-2010 |
20100191037 | ISO MUSIC THERAPY PROGRAM AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - The use of music in connection with cancer therapy and other conditions is described. A computer-implemented method of modulating a mood in a person includes selecting an appropriate target mood, filtering a play list of music tracks based on an initial mood and vectoring by further filtering the play list to allocate the music tracks to play in order of appropriate stages creating a progressive modulation of mood from the initial mood to the target mood. A method of treating a patient with debilitating condition by administering to the patient a computer-implemented methodology is also provided. | 07-29-2010 |
20100197996 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANIPULATING SLEEP ARCHITECTURE BY SUB-AWAKENING NON-INTRUSIVE STIMULATIONS - The present invention which is a new system and method employing stimulation control to treat sleep disorders, and improve sleep states operates in a dynamic, adaptable manner without causing a premature state of arousal. Stimulation is achieved by controlling a wide variety of environmental factors around the sleeping person. The invention is based on a real-time, self-adaptive feedback system including a sleep and environment monitoring unit or a preset adjustable protocol, an integrating, controlling and deciding unit and a stimulation unit. The system and method take into account individual variability and sensitivity to sensory stimulation and phenomena as adaptation and sensitization. The system and method are aimed at improving the overall sleep architecture, and correcting specific disorders. Alternatively the same invention may be used to promote alertness, specific moods and conditions in the awake subject. The invention may be used by professional in sleep laboratories or by individuals in a home environment. It may be adjusted to operate on groups of people and on non-human subjects. | 08-05-2010 |
20100210896 | Tinnitus rehabilitation device and method - A tinnitus method and device for providing relief to a person suffering from the disturbing effects of tinnitus is described. The method can be implemented entirely in software to spectrally modify an audio signal in accordance with a predetermined masking algorithm which modifies the intensity of the audio signal at selected frequencies. A predetermined masking algorithm is described which provides intermittent masking of the tinnitus wherein, at a comfortable listening level, during peaks of the audio signal the tinnitus is completely obscured, whereas during troughs the perception of the tinnitus occasionally emerges. In practice it has been found that such intermittent masking provides an immediate sense of relief, control and relaxation for the person, whilst enabling sufficient perception of the tinnitus for habituation and long term treatment to occur. Advantageously the predetermined masking algorithm is specifically tailored to the audiometric configuration of the person. For example, the masking algorithm may be partly tailored to the hearing loss characteristic of the person. A tinnitus rehabilitation device used in conjunction with a personal sound reproducing system is also described. | 08-19-2010 |
20100222640 | DIGITAL SOUND RELAXATION AND SLEEP-INDUCING SYSTEM AND METHOD - In one embodiment, an improved-customizability digital sound relaxation system having a sound card receiving port and a collectable sound card are cooperative to play prerecorded natural or other sounds by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches and a sound card selector switch. The new sounds of each collectable sound card customize the library of available sounds to individual taste. In another embodiment, an improved-flexibility digital sound relaxation system having at least two (2) prerecorded sounds stored at first and second memory locations of internal or external/internal memory devices may be selected and combined for concurrent and/or individual replay by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches and a combine switch, or by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches, a sound card selector switch and a combine switch. In this manner, from eighteen (18) digitally prerecorded sounds of the preferred embodiment ninety (90) individually selectable and/or combinable sounds are made available. In either embodiment, natural or other sounds may be stored in loop or sound bite format in either or both of the internal and external memories. In a further sound relaxation and sleep-inducing embodiment, first and second preselected sound patterns selected respectively to mask sound and soothe the listener and to induce a state of deep relaxation that helps the listener to fall asleep may be selected by depressing combination mode select and sequential sound selector switches. In alarm mode, sound select and alarm check buttons respectively allow any sound of the library of prerecorded sounds (sound card or internal, single or mixed) to be selected as the alarm wake-up sound and one-touch alarm status display and audible alarm replay of any sound selected at wake-up volume in sound wake-up mode. | 09-02-2010 |
20100234671 | Systems and Methods for Music Therapy - Systems and methods for using particular types of music compositions having certain characteristics to treat depression and related disorders, autism, and other disorders are described. The music for use in music therapy efforts includes characteristics for modification of the psycho-physiological apparatus and response including the use of vocal invented language elements to simulate pre-verbal communication and elements to coincide with and work with natural chrono-biological and circadian rhythms. For example, activating elements are provided in some compositions that are to be played immediately prior to a peak of chrono-biological activity. As another example, other compositions include de-activating elements to improve relaxation immediately prior to a natural low of chrono-biological activity. Such activating and de-activating elements include musical elements such as changes of volume, frequency selection, and tempo. The compositions may be used to treat depression and other disorders based on timing and application of music therapy using the compositions. | 09-16-2010 |
20100240945 | RESPIRATORY BIOFEEDBACK DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Respiratory-based biofeedback devices, systems, and methods are provided. A respiratory biofeedback method includes producing a respiratory signal in response to a user's respiratory activity, generating an audio output signal that includes a modified version of the respiratory signal, and converting the audio output signal into sound waves output to the user to provide biofeedback. The sound waves can be output to the user in real time response to the user's respiratory activity. A microphone can be used to generate the respiratory signal. The generated audio output signal can includes the respiratory signal modified to increase a volume level of a portion of the respiratory signal where the volume level exceeds a specified volume level. | 09-23-2010 |
20100261949 | Method of Training a Living Body to not React to Substances - A method for training a living body of a patient to attribute sounds corresponded with allergens to ultimately cease negative reactions to such allergens or substances. In addition, a patient's allergies are identified by using sound as opposed to exposing the patient to the actual substances. Acupressure is used in conjunction with the sounds to train the body to react positively to the allergens without actual allergen substance being exposed to the patient. | 10-14-2010 |
20100274070 | Respiration Stimulation - An automated respiration stimulation apparatus comprising a detector configured to measure a respiratory cycle of a user and a stimulator configured to automatically apply a stimulation to the user's acoustic nerve to interrupt a disturbance in the respiratory cycle of the user in response to the detection of the disturbance as indicated by the respiratory cycle measurements of the detector. | 10-28-2010 |
20100331607 | STRESS REDUCTION - A method and system for reducing stress in a working environment. In a conditioning phase a positive association of a sensory stimulus, such as a scent, image and/or sound with a relaxed feeling is created. Following the creation of this positive association the “relaxing” stimulus will be used as a de-stressor in the usage phase. That is, when it is detected that the user is stressed ( | 12-30-2010 |
20110004048 | THERAPY DEVICES AND DOMESTIC/COMMERCIAL THERAPY SYSTEM - A therapy table/chair device having integrated therewith a head rest support and body supports and wherein the head rest support provides face exposure to a sensory generating housing through an opening in the head rest support. The sensory generating housing has at least one or a combination of facial applied therapies including lumino therapy, audio therapy, aroma therapy, ozone, steam and oxygen injectors with or without scented essences. The body supports are part of a massage table and are provided with at least one or a combination of vibration, magnetic field and heat therapy. A controller controls all of these therapies and an interface permits the selective operation thereof. The therapy table/chair is also integratable in a personalized therapeutic treatment home spa which is interfaced with a commercially operated spa offering therapeutic services to the household spa. Communication between the commercially operated spa and the household spa is effected through an internet link and computers. | 01-06-2011 |
20110015471 | PRENATAL AUDIO APPARATUS FOR THE ACOUSTIC STIMULATION OF AN UNBORN CHILD - An audio speaker device is disclosed. The audio speaker is configured for temporary, secure placement directly upon an epidermis surface of a living body. The audio speaker has an output side facing toward the living body. The audio speaker is configured for connectivity to an audio signal source. The audio speaker is configured to communicate an audio signal from the audio signal source to the epidermis surface of the living body in order to transmit the audio signal to within the living body. In at least one embodiment, the audio speaker device is a prenatal audio apparatus for the acoustic stimulation of an unborn child. | 01-20-2011 |
20110046435 | SOUND ENRICHMENT FOR THE RELIEF OF TINNITUS IN DEPENDENCE OF SOUND ENVIRONMENT CLASSIFICATION - A sound enrichment system for provision of tinnitus relief, the sound enrichment system includes a noise generator, an environment classifier that is configured to determine a classification of an ambient sound environment of the sound enrichment system, a processing system for adjusting a noise signal based at least in part on the classification, wherein the noise signal is obtained using the noise generator, and an output transducer for conversion of the adjusted noise signal to an acoustic signal for presentation to a user. A method of providing a noise enriched sound signal for provision of relief of tinnitus includes obtaining a noise signal, adjusting the noise signal based at least in part on a sound environment classification, generating an acoustic noise signal from the adjusted noise signal, and presenting the acoustic noise signal to a tinnitus suffering person. | 02-24-2011 |
20110054241 | SOUND ENRICHMENT FOR THE RELIEF OF TINNITUS - A sound enrichment system for provision of tinnitus relief, the sound enrichment system includes a noise generator, at least one signal modulator for random or pseudo-random modulation of a noise signal that is obtained using the noise generator, and an output transducer for conversion of the modulated noise signal to an acoustic signal for presentation to a user. A method of providing a noise enriched sound signal for provision of relief of tinnitus includes generating a randomly or pseudo-randomly modulated noise signal, generating an acoustic noise signal using the modulated noise signal, and presenting the acoustic noise signal to a tinnitus suffering person. | 03-03-2011 |
20110054242 | Induced Relaxation And Therapeutic Apparatus And Method - An apparatus and method for introducing multisensory stimuli. The apparatus includes an ergonomically contoured seating device, at least one vibrating acoustic device, at least one plate for dispersing vibration throughout the entire seating device, a rotatable mechanism for rotating the seating device. | 03-03-2011 |
20110054243 | Tinnitus rehabiliation device and method - A tinnitus method and device for providing relief to a person suffering from the disturbing effects of tinnitus is described. The method can be implemented entirely in software to spectrally modify an audio signal in accordance with a predetermined masking algorithm which modifies the intensity of the audio signal at selected frequencies. A predetermined masking algorithm is described which provides intermittent masking of the tinnitus wherein, at a comfortable listening level, during peaks of the audio signal the tinnitus is completely obscured, whereas during troughs the perception of the tinnitus occasionally emerges. In practice it has been found that such intermittent masking provides an immediate sense of relief, control and relaxation for the person, whilst enabling sufficient perception of the tinnitus for habituation and long term treatment to occur. Advantageously the predetermined masking algorithm is specifically tailored to the audiometric configuration of the person. For example, the masking algorithm may be partly tailored to the hearing loss characteristic of the person. A tinnitus rehabilitation device used in conjunction with a personal sound reproducing system is also described. | 03-03-2011 |
20110071340 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR TREATING TINNITUS - Methods and systems for treating tinnitus are provided. Some embodiments include a method of providing a primary audio signal having a primary peak portion substantially centered at about a tinnitus frequency of a patient. The method may also include combining the primary audio signal with a general audio signal to generate a combined sound. The method may also include exposing the patient to the combined sound so that the patient hears the combined sound, to diminish a perception by the patient of tinnitus. | 03-24-2011 |
20110077454 | INTERACTIVE HYPNOTIC BIO-STABILIZATION SYSTEM - An interactive biological stabilization (IBS) device includes at least one communication path enabling operative coupling with at least one patient data monitoring device, and a processing device enabled for operative coupling with the at least one patient monitoring device through the at least one communication path. The processing device includes a hypnotherapeutic treatment decision block selecting at least one hypnotherapeutic treatment modality based on patient data received from the at least one patient data monitoring device through the at least one communication path. A system for interactively biologically stabilizing a patient includes the IBS device. A method for interactively biologically stabilizing a patient includes the steps of providing at least one apparatus monitoring vital patient data and providing at least one processor processing the vital patient data which selects a hypnotherapeutic treatment modality based on the processing of the vital patient data. | 03-31-2011 |
20110137111 | SYSTEMS METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR REHABILITATION OF AUDITORY SYSTEM DISORDERS - Systems, methods and apparatuses for auditory system disorder rehabilitation by providing a stimulus to the auditory system of an individual experiencing an auditory disorder, tinnitus, conditions of reduced tolerance of loud sounds, or combinations thereof comprising, for example, a playback device and a method and apparatus for modifying an audio signal. The methods may include allowing a user to select an audio source (for example, a music track or the audio output of a television program) and modifying the audio with a spectral modified signal to create a spectrally modified audio. The spectrally modified audio can then be output by the playback device or other means for listening by the user. | 06-09-2011 |
20110160524 | ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND HYPNOSIS METHOD UTILIZING THE SAME - An electronic device and hypnosis method includes setting a hypnosis volume level and a playing duration of the electronic device. An audio file is played in response to the electronic device being activated, and a brain wave frequency of a user is determined. The electronic device and hypnosis method further includes analyzing the brain wave frequency to determine if the user is in a sleeping state, and playing the audio file for the playing duration at the hypnosis volume level. | 06-30-2011 |
20110184225 | STEP TRAINER FOR ENHANCED PERFORMANCE USING RHYTHMIC CUES - A person's step length and rate may be measured, for example, through sensors that collect spatial and temporal gait parameter data. The measurements are then used to determine the rate of a rhythmic auditory cue to improve the person's gait. For example, a system links sensors to detect step rate and length to an audio cue provided to headphones, while providing the appropriate algorithms to accomplish real time adjustments to the audio cues as needed to better help change the person's step length vs. step rate ratio in a desired direction depending on therapeutic or performance goals. | 07-28-2011 |
20110190570 | BIOFEEDBACK INTERFACE DEVICE AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING HEARTRATE IN RESPONSE TO SIGNALS - Elevation in resting heart rate is associated with anxiety disorders and depression. Biofeedback techniques enable individuals to regulate involuntary physiological parameters such as heart rate. Embodiments of the invention described herein relate to a compact wearable biofeedback interface device which alerts the wearer when their measured heart rate exceeds a preselected individualized threshold. Once alerted of an elevation in heart rate the user can take steps to reduce their heart rate such as taking medication, employing meditative or relaxation techniques or seeking medical treatment. | 08-04-2011 |
20110207991 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING THERAPY USING SPONTANEOUS OTOACOUSTIC EMISSION ANALYSIS - A method and apparatus for providing therapy using spontaneous otoacoustic emission (SOAE) analysis is described. In one embodiments, a method for utilizing the voice-ear-brain connection to achieve self-healing includes capturing audio emissions of at least one ear of a patient, determining a frequency spectrum of the audio emissions, identifying a peak frequency in the frequency spectrum, and producing at least one audio signal in response the peak frequency. | 08-25-2011 |
20110245586 | Wellness System - A personal wellness system for supporting a person and subjecting the person to frequencies that are understood by sound therapy practitioners as being associated with synchronization with the mind and body. The wellness system comprises a support for receiving a person comprising a head portion, a back portion, a seat portion, and a foot portion. The wellness system further comprises plural transducers distributed in or on the support. Each transducer is capable of receiving a discrete control signal and outputting a single frequency vibration at an independent amplitude. The wellness system also comprises one or more speakers for outputting music or single frequency sounds. Additionally, the wellness system comprises a menu-driven control system that sends a signal to the transducers and coordinates speaker output with transducer output. | 10-06-2011 |
20110257469 | Hushband(.TM.): Device to mask ambient sounds for sleeping - This invention is a wearable device that masks and/or cancels annoying ambient sounds to help a person sleep. It includes a soft and stretchable member, such as a headband or hat, that contains one or more sound-conducting tubes. Sound that is emitted from the one or more tubes helps to mask and/or cancel annoying ambient sounds. Advantages of this device over prior art include: no speakers or other rigid components over a person's ears that can be uncomfortable or unsafe when the person sleeps on their side; a relatively wide sound-emitting area to accommodate different size and shape heads; and a stretchable wearable member that gently clings to the person's head to avoid having sound-emitting areas shift away from the person's ears as they toss and turn in their sleep. | 10-20-2011 |
20110263926 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SEARCH/TREATMENT OF TINNITUS - A method and a system for search/treatment of tinnitus are disclosed. The method includes outputting a tinnitus search interface, which comprises several response regions corresponding to the different frequency bands within audible frequency range of human beings, outputting an acoustic signal corresponding to the response region selected by a user, and storing the frequency information corresponding to the user's tinnitus frequency as a tinnitus frequency band. Accordingly, tinnitus may be rapidly diagnosed and treated. | 10-27-2011 |
20120123192 | BED SYSTEM AND A PORTABLE COVER DEVICE FOR A BED - A bed system, comprising a bed ( | 05-17-2012 |
20120149973 | Systems and Methods for Balancing and Maintaining the Health of the Human Autonomic Nervous System - A protocol or procedure is provided for lowering sympathetic nervous system arousal in a person in order to prepare that person for a medical or dental procedure. First, a therapeutic dosage of one or more neurotransmitter supplements, such as a gamma aminobutyric acid formulation, a tryptophan-derived neurotransmitter precursor, and dehydroepiandrosterone are administered to the patient. Concomitantly, gelled electrodes are placed adjacent or below the mastoid. The gelled electrodes are connected to a cranial electrotherapy stimulation device that administers a sub-sensation level current to the patient. Also, a noise dampening headset is placed on the patient and a neuroacoustic entrainment recording or program is played. Next, light is blocked with black out glasses. Then, the medical or dental procedure is performed. | 06-14-2012 |
20120157758 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND FACILITY OPTIMIZED FOR INCREASING PATIENT THROUGHPUT AND SCAN EFFICIENCY - A facility for performing a medical examination includes a room, a medical imaging system located in the room, and a plurality of elements installed on at least one of the room and the medical imaging system, the elements collectively creating a first theme that forms a physical environment at least partially surrounding a patient, wherein the theme is presented in a manner to increase the throughput of imaging patients while increasing overall patient satisfaction by reducing the level of patient anxiety and fear experienced by the patient being imaged. A compatibly configured medical imaging system is also described. | 06-21-2012 |
20120245410 | LOTUS MASSAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - The Lotus massage systems and methods disclosed herein include various combined components that enhance the overall massage experience. These components integrate choreographed, mapped, synchronized, and freeform application of massage techniques with music, silence, ambient noise reduction, 360 degree site cancellation, aroma therapy, etc. The massage systems and methods disclosed herein may also involve choreographed, mapped, synchronized and/or freeform application of strokes and movements, by referencing one or more music body charts. | 09-27-2012 |
20120277521 | Systems And Methods For Eliciting A Therapeutic Zone - The systems, devices, and methods of the invention provide a solution to the problem of inefficiencies associated with the psychotherapeutic process. Heart rate variability (HRV) and other physiologic parameters can be used to regulate physiological state in the “real time” of the psychotherapy hour. | 11-01-2012 |
20120296156 | Sleep and Environment Control Method and System - A sleep system is provided that aids in achieving a sleep goal through the control of an environment near a person. The sleep system includes a processor capable of executing instructions used for controlling one or more aspects of the environment and a memory capable of holding the instructions. Upon executing the instructions, the sleep system receives a sleep goal for the person that includes varying the nearby environment. The processor may further execute instructions to create settings that vary at least one environmental condition of the environment over time as it relates to one or more cycles of a sleep architecture for the person. Varying at least one environmental condition near the person experiencing one or more cycles of the sleep architecture influences the quality of the person's sleep. The sleep system may further adjust at least one environmental condition in the vicinity of the person in accordance with the sleep architecture for the person. | 11-22-2012 |
20130012763 | System and a Method for Controlling an Environmental Physical Characteristic, | 01-10-2013 |
20130030241 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A BIORESONANCE CHAMBER - A technique for influencing the human brain can be applied to treat PTSD through stimulating the brain with a beat in, for example, the theta (θ) frequency to influence the brain to relax. Alternatively, the human brain can be stimulated with a beat in the alpha (α) frequency to stimulate active thinking. Over a series of treatments the brain of an individual suffering from PTSD can be influenced to operate at a normal frequency. Advantageously, as the frequency is adjusted, the symptoms of PTSD recur less often until the individual ceases to experience the symptoms or has at least experienced a decreased recurrence of the symptoms. | 01-31-2013 |
20130030242 | Dog anxiety relief bone conduction audio device, system - A waterproof audio device and system that transmits sound via transcutaneous bone conduction provides therapeutic auditory stimulation music to a dog. The device is integrated into an adjustable dog collar component and a removable adjustable muzzle component. Both the dog collar and the muzzle components will be adjustable or available in various sizes to fit any sized dog. The present invention uses commercially available transducers to produce sounds in the low, mid and high frequency ranges. A commercially available sound source for the therapeutic auditory stimulation music signal can also be provided as part of the waterproof audio device. Commercially available fasteners enable the dog's owner to position the device on the neck and head of the dog for providing acceptable sound conduction and individualized fit for the dog. | 01-31-2013 |
20130079584 | SOUND PILLOW SLEEP SYSTEM - Provided is a pillow and method of marking the pillow to mitigate tinnitus. The pillow includes a first and second portions of fill material, an anchor strip assembly and a pillow casing. The anchor strip assembly is disposed between the first and second portions of fill material. The anchor strip assembly includes an anchor strip and a plurality of speakers secured to the anchor strip at a distance from each other. A first and second edge portions the anchor strip extends beyond edges of the first and second portions of fill material. The pillow casing secures the anchor strip assembly disposed between the first and second portions of the fill material inside the pillow casing such that the first and second edge portions of the anchor strip are secured respectively between a first and second seams of the pillow casing. | 03-28-2013 |
20130079585 | Harmonic and Overtone Audio Therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Regulated Emotional and Psychological Disorders - A therapeutic method and sound recording including sounding a first harmonic interval for a first duration of at least approximately one minute; and sounding a second harmonic interval for a second, consecutive duration for at least approximately one minute. The first and second harmonic intervals may be just intervals and/or fifths, such as Perfect 5ths (P5). The first duration may overlap with the second duration in order to sound a Major Seventh (M7) chord. The first duration may be approximately twenty minutes long or longer, the second duration may be approximately ten minutes long or longer, and the overlap between the first and second duration may be approximately ten minutes long or longer. | 03-28-2013 |
20130090519 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE CONDITIONED DESYNCHRONIZED NON-INVASIVE STIMULATION - A device with a non-invasive first stimulation unit configured to generate first stimuli which, when administered to a patient, suppress a pathologically synchronous activity of neurons in at least one of the brain, and the spinal cord of the patient, with a non-invasive second stimulation unit configured to generate at least one of optical, acoustic, tactile, vibratory, and thermal second stimuli, and with a control unit configured to control the first and second stimulation units, wherein the generation of the first and second stimuli takes place optionally in a first or a second operating mode, and the control unit is configured to control the first and second stimulation units in such a way that, in the first operating mode, the generation of at least 60% of the second stimuli is coupled in time to the generation of the first stimuli and, in the second operating mode, the generation of at least 60% of the second stimuli takes place without the generation of the first stimuli. | 04-11-2013 |
20130090520 | Bone Conduction Apparatus and Multi-sensory Brain Integration Method - The present disclosure provides a therapeutic method applicable to learning, attention, cognitive and developmental disorders. This method combines auditory, visual and vestibular stimuli into a systematic method which can be customized to address individual learning, attention and processing disorders. This method may be wirelessly implemented in a group setting. A device for providing vestibular and somatosensory stimulation through bone conduction of sound waves to skeletal bones is provided in the form of a pad that is applied to or wrapped around the individual in treatment, which is comfortable in use and may contain particulate filler material capable of providing bone conduction stimulation adjacent to the location of a bone conduction transducer and expand the sound conduction site over a larger area. | 04-11-2013 |
20130096368 | UTERINE SOUND AND MOTION SIMULATION DEVICE - The present invention is directed to a Uterine Sound and Motion Simulation Device either incorporated Into an incubator or portable that a baby will lay on consisting of an outer enclosure that folds in half inclosing an inner sound and motion actuation unit housing one or more gaii, or body motion units using bladders or pillows actuated by the means of an external air, liquid or gas source, controlled by the means of plurality of internal or external valves activated through a computer control unit. A control program in the control unit will produce the movement ‘motion experienced by the baby while in the womb uterus by the means of a bladder or pillow or both, that is inflated and deflated in a manner that mimics the movement/motion of the baby while in the womb/uterus. One or more speakers will be located within the activation unit and will operate through the same control unit producing the sounds heard in the uterus including the mother's voice. | 04-18-2013 |
20130102836 | System and Method for Reorienting and Decreasing Patient Anxiety in a Medical Facility - A computer system for reorienting, reducing anxiety, and/or reducing delirium risk of a patient in a hospital is provided. The computer has a central processing unit (CPU) for executing machine instructions for a passive and active module and a memory for storing the machine instructions. The machine instructions implement functions when executed by the CPU. Patient-specific content is inputted into the CPU. The system then communicates the patient-specific content from the CPU to the patient by displaying and looping the patient-specific content such that any point of the loop of the patient-specific content helps reorient and reduce anxiety and delirium risk. | 04-25-2013 |
20130123571 | Systems and Methods for Streaming Psychoacoustic Therapies - Systems and methods for prescribing a psychoacoustic therapy to a patient or a psychoacoustic program to a user, wherein the therapy or program elements are capable of being streamed or are downloadable to the patient or user over an Internet or other network connection. | 05-16-2013 |
20130123572 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SOOTHING CHILDREN - The invention is a bracelet providing audio output adapted to soothe children. It provides a practical solution to the problem of babies who are fussy and having trouble sleeping. Whether the baby suffers from colic or a cold, is teething or just fussy, the inventive bracelet provides a possible solution to calming them down, soothing them enough to fall asleep. | 05-16-2013 |
20130131438 | System and Method for Regulating Brain Activity - The present invention includes systems and methods of using real-time neurofeedback to improve the correspondence between first-person experience and specific brain activation patterns in a manner that minimally affects the experience itself. The present invention provides meditators the ability to enhance their control over their own brain activity, such as posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) activation. The present invention also provides methods for treating a disease or disorder of a subject by measuring the subject's brain activity via fMRI, presenting a representation of the measured brain activity to the subject, and instructing the subject to reduce the represented brain activity by altering their meditative state. The present invention also provides a system and method of using fMRI neurofeedback to directly correlate subjective experience with neural activation. | 05-23-2013 |
20130131439 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REORIENTING AND DECREASING PATIENT ANXIETY IN A MEDICAL FACILITY - A computer system for reorienting, reducing anxiety, and/or reducing delirium risk of a patient in a hospital is provided. The computer has a central processing unit (CPU) for executing machine instructions for a passive and active module and a memory for storing the machine instructions. The machine instructions implement functions when executed by the CPU. Patient-specific content is inputted into the CPU. The system then communicates the patient-specific content from the CPU to the patient by displaying and looping the patient-specific content such that any point of the loop of the patient-specific content helps reorient and reduce anxiety and delirium risk. | 05-23-2013 |
20130137919 | MEDITATION ENHANCEMENT BOX HAVING MAGNETS AND BOADING BALL INSIDE - Meditation enhancement box is made of brass or copper, with magnets bonded to each corner and boading ball. The box can be a cube of about 5.08 cm. All magnets are pointed to center of box using a same polarity, and chime sound is produced during usage. Method for using box for meditation as follows: box rests in middle of palm in one hand, feeling weight of box and moving hand slowly clockwise and counterclockwise in circles, and vertical circles, initiating rhythmic breathing while moving hand; upon reaching relaxed state, index finger is placed on top of box and moving from middle towards edge of box in circles; turning over box to one adjacent side in a direction using free hand, followed by breathing in and out for 10 to 15 seconds while rotating the box in one adjacent side, and followed by rotating in another adjacent side, respectively. | 05-30-2013 |
20130150659 | METHOD FOR AMELIORATING INSOMNIA - A method for ameliorating an insomnia of a user having a brain wave includes steps of defining a specific frequency range of 8 to 12 Hz as a μ rhythm in the brain wave, detecting a total power under the specific frequency as a μ rhythm intensity of the user, providing one of an animation and a wave form representative of the μ rhythm intensity of the user, and inducing the μ rhythm of the user by watching one of the animation and the wave form by the user. | 06-13-2013 |
20130150660 | Time-Driven Personalization of Media Preference - The present invention relates to time-driven personalization of media preference. In an embodiment, the present invention includes a therapy for treating altered cognitive states, such as understimulation, overstimulation and sundowning, in individuals suffering from cognitive impairment, including dementia. The present invention uses time to focus its therapies through personal care shows. The time-based personal care shows include personalized content (e.g., images, music, trusted voice) and format (e.g., tempo, length of intervals, color contrast) to ensure effectiveness of the personal care shows in reaching the desired results. | 06-13-2013 |
20130178695 | HARMONIOUS SCALE INSTRUMENT - The present invention relates to a musical instrument for producing a harmonious scale of musical notes. The instrument includes nine separate sound actuators each of which is configured to cause the musical instrument to generate a different frequency selected from the group of frequencies comprising 174 Hz, 285 Hz, 396 Hz, 417 Hz, 528 Hz, 639 Hz, 741 Hz, 852 Hz and 963 Hz, the musical instrument being configured such that physically manipulating the sound actuators causes the musical instrument to generate the frequency corresponding to the sound actuator manipulated. The invention is also directed at a system for—writing music to be played with a musical instrument incorporating the harmonious scale of musical notes as described above. The notation system includes a staff of five parallel and horizontal lines separated by four spaces, the first line indicating a first note of 174 Hz, the space immediately above the first line indicating a second note of 285 Hz, the second line indicating a third note of 396 Hz, the space immediately above the second line indicating a fourth note of 417 Hz, the third line indicating a fifth note of 528 Hz, the space immediately above the third line indicating a sixth note of 639 Hz, the fourth line indicating a seventh note of 741 Hz, the space immediately above the fourth line indicating an eighth of 852 Hz and the fifth line, indicating a ninth note of 963 Hz. | 07-11-2013 |
20130184516 | RELAXATION INDUCING SLEEP MASK - A relaxation inducing sleep mask includes a comfortable eye mask and a sleep module carried by the eye mask providing audible and/or visible patterns each intended to promote relaxation and to induce sleep. | 07-18-2013 |
20130184517 | System and Method for Measuring and Controlling Stress - A computer program product for processing heart rate information signals, which, when run on a computer controls the computer to estimate stress levels of a user in real time and provide generative feedback and alerts to the user when appropriate. | 07-18-2013 |
20130190555 | SINGFIT - A method of treating patients with special needs to increase or activate brain activity including download one or more songs into the memory of a 4-track play and record device, delivering to a patient via the play and record device audibly the words to be sung in a song just prior to when the words are to be sung, recording the spoken words sung by the patient in response the delivering to the patient step audibly the words to be sung in a song just prior to when the words are to be sung on the play and record device, analyzing the recording and repeating the delivering and record over a period of time and tracking the patient's progress. | 07-25-2013 |
20130190556 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR MODULATING CONSOLIDATION OF MEMORY DURING SLEEP - Devices, systems and methods to modify memory and/or cognitive function by delivering a sensory stimulus paired with learned material at opportune physiological periods during sleep. For example, described herein are systems, methods and devices to enhance a user's cognitive function in such areas as memorization and learning. A machine (e.g., a system or device) may be used to identify opportune periods of the sleep cycle and to deliver a stimulus during specific phases of the sleep cycle to facilitate or interrupt memory consolidation. In some variations the machine records ambient sensory inputs during awake acquisition or reinforcement/relearning and replays all or an extracted form of the ambient sensory stimuli a specified portion of the user's sleep. | 07-25-2013 |
20130211184 | METHOD FOR ALTERING RECURRING DREAMS INCLUDING NIGHTMARES - The invention provides a method of altering dreams, including nightmares, which can be applied to individuals or groups. | 08-15-2013 |
20130225914 | METHODS, APPARATUSES AND SYSTEMS FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF MOOD DISORDERS - A method and apparatus for diagnosing and/or treating mood disorders, such as depression, is provided. Right vestibular function in subjects diagnosed with a mood disorder is diminished compared with subjects who do not have a mood disorder. Accordingly, a method and apparatus for determining right vestibular function in a subject is provided, from which a diagnosis of a mood disorder may be determined. Stimulation of the vestibular system of a subject diagnosed with a mood disorder may reduce symptoms of the mood disorder in the subject. A method and apparatus for registering a subject's response to stimulation of the vestibular system and providing therapeutic vestibular stimulation based on the subject's response is provided. A subject's response to stimulation of the vestibular system may be based on measurements of nystagmus in the subject. | 08-29-2013 |
20130225915 | Bone Conduction Apparatus and Multi-Sensory Brain Integration Method - The present disclosure provides a therapeutic method applicable to learning, attention, cognitive and developmental disorders. This method combines auditory, visual and vestibular stimuli into a systematic method which can be customized to address individual learning, attention and processing disorders. This method may be wirelessly implemented in a group setting. A device for providing vestibular and somatosensory stimulation through bone conduction of sound waves to skeletal bones is provided in the form of a pad that is applied to or wrapped around the individual in treatment, which is comfortable in use and may contain particulate filler material capable of providing bone conduction stimulation adjacent to the location of a bone conduction transducer and expand the sound conduction site over a larger area. | 08-29-2013 |
20130237745 | ENVIRONMENT CONTROL APPARATUS, ENVIRONMENT CONTROL METHOD, AND PROGRAM - Provided is an environment control apparatus including an input unit into which information from a medical device is input, and an environment control unit configured to control an environment perceived by a subject based on the information input into the input unit. | 09-12-2013 |
20130237746 | DEVICE FOR THE TREATMENT OF TINNITUS - The invention refers to a device for the treatment of tinnitus with an operating panel with a user interface and with at least one ear-plug connected to the operating panel for the input of a sound pattern consisting of sounds with sound levels in a frequency of more than 30 Hz into the ear's outer auditory canal. This device distinguishes itself particularly by the fact that the ear-plug is connected via a pressure tube to a pressure generator that generates pressure pulsations with a pulsation frequency of less than 10 Hz and a pressure difference of less than 1 bar, and that supplies the same through the pressure tube into the ear's outer auditory canal. Thus, it is possible to provide a device for the treatment of tinnitus with which better treatment results for a greater group of affected persons can be achieved. | 09-12-2013 |
20130245364 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISTRACTION OF PATIENT DURING SCANNING - A system and method for reducing anxiety of a patient during medical scanning in a medical scanner which may produce significant levels of acoustic noise. A processor or control unit (CU) receives a measure of variation (ESN) in a parameter of the scanner noise (SN) during the medical scanning, e.g. estimated scanner noise level based on the actual type of scanning. The processor then generates outputs (A | 09-19-2013 |
20130253258 | TINNITUS REHABILITATION DEVICE AND METHOD - A tinnitus method and device for providing relief to a person suffering from the disturbing effects of tinnitus is described. The method can be implemented entirely in software to spectrally modify an audio signal in accordance with a predetermined masking algorithm which modifies the intensity of the audio signal at selected frequencies. A predetermined masking algorithm is described which provides intermittent masking of the tinnitus wherein, at a comfortable listening level, during peaks of the audio signal the tinnitus is completely obscured, whereas during troughs the perception of the tinnitus occasionally emerges. In practice it has been found that such intermittent masking provides an immediate sense of relief, control and relaxation for the person, whilst enabling sufficient perception of the tinnitus for habituation and long term treatment to occur. Advantageously the predetermined masking algorithm is specifically tailored to the audiometric configuration of the person. For example, the masking algorithm may be partly tailored to the hearing loss characteristic of the person. A tinnitus rehabilitation device used in conjunction with a personal sound reproducing system is also described. | 09-26-2013 |
20130261378 | DEVICE FOR MULTISENSORY STIMULATION - A device for multisensory stimulation, comprising a support which is adapted to support a user in a correct position; a base structure which is adapted to support the support; a movement mechanism which is adapted to create a relative motion of the support with respect to the base structure; a stimulation apparatus which is connected to the base structure and is adapted to stimulate at least part of the senses of the user; and an electronic card which is adapted to control the movement mechanism and the stimulation apparatus. | 10-03-2013 |
20130296636 | INFANT CALMING AID - An infant pacifying apparatus which includes: sound system includes a sound generator and associated power source; an auditory output device associated with the sound system; a receiving portion is configured to: be located on a hand or an arm of an adult cradling an infant; and house or be connected to a housing for containing: the auditory output device; or the sound system and auditory output device. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296637 | TIMING CONTROL FOR PAIRED PLASTICITY - Systems, methods and devices for paired training include timing controls so that training and neural stimulation can be provided simultaneously. Paired trainings may include therapies, rehabilitation and performance enhancement training. Stimulations of nerves such as the vagus nerve that affect subcortical regions such as the nucleus basalis, locus coeruleus or amygdala induce plasticity in the brain, enhancing the effects of a variety of therapies, such as those used to treat tinnitus, stroke, traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. | 11-07-2013 |
20130303836 | Recreational, Occupational, And Physical Therapy System and Apparatus - The present invention uses the power of music to provide both feedback and motivation to physical, recreational, occupational therapy patients to enable music expression, therapeutic engagement and compliance. | 11-14-2013 |
20130303837 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZATION OF SLEEP AND POST-SLEEP PERFORMANCE - Systems and methods for optimizing sleep and post-sleep performance. In an embodiment, a system comprising a device and sleep mask are provided. The mask may comprise electroencephalographic (EEG) sensors and one or more stimulation elements configured to stimulate the senses of a wearer of the mask. The mask may be releasably and electrically coupled to a device which receives EEG signals from the mask, determines current and target sleep states based, at least in part, on the EEG signals, and uses this determination to tailor a sleep architecture of the wearer by controlling the stimulation elements. The mask may be a soft mask which utilizes conductive thread embroidered into one or more textile layers. In an embodiment, the stimulation elements may comprise one or more heating elements, electroluminescent panels, and speakers. In addition, the EEG sensors may comprise hybrid sensors comprising hydrogel in a conductive spacer fabric. | 11-14-2013 |
20130303838 | OPEN TYPE EAR TREATMENT MODULE - The present invention relates to an open type car treatment module which, when worn, allows simultaneous laser therapy and music therapy for brain-nervous system tissue by arranging the light source for low level laser therapy (LLLT) and sound source for music therapy (MT) properly, and can release the heat generated by the light source to outside by allowing ventilation with outside through open type configuration of module itself. | 11-14-2013 |
20130324788 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATMENT OF SLEEP DISORDERS - A system for therapy may include a mask ( | 12-05-2013 |
20130331640 | OPTICAL THERAPEUTIC APPARATUS - An optical therapeutic apparatus includes an ear shield for covering a wearer's ear, which has a plurality of acupuncture points; a hanging member including a connection portion connected to the ear shield; and a plurality of light emitters disposed within an interior portion of the ear shield in array manner to face the plurality of acupuncture points respectively. The plurality of light emitters includes a plurality of acupoint-stimulation elements, each corresponding to a respective one of the acupuncture points, at least two sets of the acupoint-stimulation elements are capable of emitting stimulation light beams at different time intervals. | 12-12-2013 |
20130338429 | Producing Audio Output for Music Therapy - A method includes adding, by a computing device, a brain wave pattern having a first frequency to a music track having a first decibel level at or above a threshold of hearing by mixing the brain wave pattern under the music track at a second decibel level less than the first decibel level, wherein the second decibel level is at or below the threshold of hearing, adding, by the computing device, a repetitive chant having a second frequency to the music track, by mixing the repetitive chant under the music track at a third decibel level less than the first decibel level, wherein the third decibel level is at or below the threshold of hearing, and recording, by the computing device, the music track with the brain wave pattern and the repetitive chant to a computer-readable medium. | 12-19-2013 |
20130338430 | SUPPORT OR SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR MEDICAL DEVICES - A console for supplying medical-technical devices in a treatment room has a support frame and several connectors or sockets for medical-technical supply or for withdrawal of gases and/or electrical supply currents, as well as for providing electronic communication paths for medical-technical end devices. The console can incorporate an audio playback system integrated in the support frame for filling the treatment room with predetermined soothing or therapeutic sounds. The support system may be adapted for being mounted to or suspended from a ceiling mount in a treatment room, and can have a support frame having an integrated and medically approved audio playback system. | 12-19-2013 |
20140005468 | Method of Training A Living Body To Not React To Substances | 01-02-2014 |
20140018608 | Empathic Stimulation of the Parasympathetic Nervous System - A method for improving a health disorder related to, e.g., insufficient activation of the parasympathetic nervous system; the method can include pairing a subject and a partner, and having a session in which a relevant physiological parameter of the partner is transmitted to the subject, with the subject moving her own parameter in the direction of the partner's. | 01-16-2014 |
20140018609 | SLEEP ASSISTANCE ARTICLE AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - An article and related method to train a reflexive action, including helping a person fall to sleep. The article includes an electronic component configured to receive electrical signals, including electrical signals associated with the generation of sounds and/or motion, and a generator for emitting selectable sounds and/or causing motion when sufficient pressure is applied to the article. The article includes different types of pressure sensors. The method includes the steps of programming the processor to generate sounds of selectable type for selectable periods of time that encourage a person to carry out a desired behavior, such as keeping the person's head on a pillow. | 01-16-2014 |
20140066692 | BABY BLANKET - An amniotic infant blanket provides a feeling of fluid warmth coupled with the audible sounds of a human heartbeat. Behind a head or face portion of the blanket, a pocket is provided into which a bladder may be removably inserted. The pocket may be sealed by a zipper and has an aperture through which a hydrophone wire may pass. Likewise, the hydrophone wire may pass through the wall of the bladder without creating a leak therethrough. The bladder is filled with lukewarm tap water and the hydrophone connected to a playback unit that transmits signals that are transformed by the hydrophone into heartbeat sounds with which the infant is familiar. | 03-06-2014 |
20140107401 | Digital Sound Relaxation and Sleep-Inducing System and Method - In one embodiment, an improved-customizability digital sound relaxation system having a sound card receiving port and a collectable sound card are cooperative to play prerecorded natural or other sounds by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches and a sound card selector switch. The new sounds of each collectable sound card customize the library of available sounds to individual taste. In another embodiment, an improved-flexibility digital sound relaxation system having at least two (2) prerecorded sounds stored at first and second memory locations of internal or external/internal memory devices may be selected and combined for concurrent and/or individual replay by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches and a combine switch, or by depressing one of a plurality of sound selector switches, a sound card selector switch and a combine switch. In this manner, from eighteen (18) digitally prerecorded sounds of the preferred embodiment ninety (90) individually selectable and/or combinable sounds are made available. In either embodiment, natural or other sounds may be stored in loop or sound bite format in either or both of the internal and external memories. In a further sound relaxation and sleep-inducing embodiment, first and second preselected sound patterns selected respectively to mask sound and soothe the listener and to induce a state of deep relaxation that helps the listener to fall asleep may be selected by depressing combination mode select and sequential sound selector switches. In alarm mode, sound select and alarm check buttons respectively allow any sound of the library of prerecorded sounds (sound card or internal, single or mixed) to be selected as the alarm wake-up sound and one-touch alarm status display and audible alarm replay of any sound selected at wake-up volume in sound wake-up mode. | 04-17-2014 |
20140121453 | METHOD, SYSTEM AND SOFTWARE PRODUCT FOR CREATING VARIABLE ENVIRONMENTS IN MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING ROOMS - A method, system and software product are provided such that a patient in an MRI suite can select and enjoy personalized lighting, music, images and video with a touch screen for a program that is displayed on a system interactive digital unit or device. A wide and advanced variety of pre-programmed themes can be provided with the system, as is the option of creating customized content by the healthcare provider. Image panels help to “transport” the patient “away” from the confining space in the magnet bore of the MRI scanner, moving the patient's focus from the scanner to his or her surroundings. A ceiling image panel displays images of the patient's choice. Patients can also “dock” their own electronic device to enjoy their own audio visual content. The lighting of the suite can be returned to normal lighting when required and then back to the patient's original selections. | 05-01-2014 |
20140135571 | ENVIRONMENT ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM, ENVIRONMENT ADJUSTMENT METHOD, AIR CONDITIONER, AND REMOTE CONTROLLER - An environment adjustment method mainly includes changing a color tone and lowering ambient temperature. The color tone of an image displayed or projected on a display is changed to one having a calming effect. Then, the ambient temperature is lowered after changing the color tone. | 05-15-2014 |
20140163311 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AMBIENT SOUND THERAPY USER INTERFACE AND CONTROL SYSTEM - Method and apparatus comprising a method of recording natural sounds with a matched microphone array, recording the signal on a high resolution recording device including creating an audio bed, and playing back the recording on a tuned playback system. The method and apparatus is used to create or duplicate an ambient sound space for ambient therapy. | 06-12-2014 |
20140179986 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE TREATMENT OF INSOMNIA - A system and method that provides controlled bilateral stimulation to a patient in response to physiological feedback to initiate and/or accelerate the onset of sleep and to maintain the sleep state after the onset of sleep. The system induces bilateral stimulation through stimulation modules that are coupled to opposite lateral sides of the patient's body. The stimulation modules stimulate the patient's body bilaterally through a sequence of stimulations that alternate from one side of the patient's body to the other with a pause between each successive stimulation. The system controls the duration of the stimulations, the intensity of the stimulations and the period of time between successive stimulations in response to feedback from physiological sensors. The sensors are coupled to the patient and provide physiological information which initiates or terminates the bilateral stimulations, and/or modifies the characteristics of the stimulations. | 06-26-2014 |
20140194674 | LOTUS MASSAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - The Lotus massage systems and methods disclosed herein include various combined components that enhance the overall massage experience. These components integrate choreographed, mapped, synchronized, and freeform application of massage techniques with music, silence, ambient noise reduction, 360-degree site cancellation, aroma therapy, etc. The massage systems and methods disclosed herein may also involve choreographed, mapped, synchronized and/or freeform application of strokes and movements, by referencing one or more music body charts. | 07-10-2014 |
20140206929 | MULTI-SENSORY THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM - A system for providing multi-sensory therapy including a computer having an audio output and a screen, wherein the computer is configured to provide audio stimulus and visual stimulus, a motion chair, and an actuator coupled to the motion chair, wherein the actuator is configured to cause movement of the motion chair, wherein the motion of the motion chair is configured to provide tactile stimulus, vestibular stimulus and proprioceptive stimulus to a patient seated in the motion chair, wherein the stimuli provided by the computer is provided concurrently with the stimuli provided by the motion chair. | 07-24-2014 |
20140213845 | AMBIENT SENSING OF PATIENT DISCOMFORT - Methods, computer systems, and computer-readable storage media for monitoring and managing patient discomfort are provided. Inputs are received from ambient sensors located in a clinical care room. Based on a determination that the inputs exceed predetermined thresholds, it is determined that the patient is experiencing discomfort. Various measures are automatically initiated to help diminish the patient's discomfort. The measures include aromatherapy, visual relaxation therapy, audio therapy, and automatic administration of pain relief. | 07-31-2014 |
20140221730 | DELIVERING CONTENT BASED ON AN INDIVIDUALS PREDICTED TYPE AND STRESS-RELATED STATE - The methods and systems described herein may involve determining at least one lifeotype of at least one individual, analyzing the at least one lifeotype, and delivering content to at least one individual based on the analysis. The methods and systems described herein may involve providing a game, determining at least one lifeotype of at least one player of the game, analyzing the at least one lifeotype, and affecting the game play based on the analysis. The methods and systems described herein may involve providing an interactive space, determining at least one lifeotype of at least one individual in the space, analyzing the at least one lifeotype, and modifying at least one attribute of the space based on the analysis. | 08-07-2014 |
20140249358 | Systems and Methods for Music Therapy - Systems and methods for using particular types of music compositions having certain characteristics to treat depression and related disorders, autism, and other disorders are described. The music for use in music therapy efforts includes characteristics for modification of the psycho-physiological apparatus and response including the use of vocal invented language elements to simulate pre-verbal communication and elements to coincide with and work with natural chrono-biological and circadian rhythms. For example, activating elements are provided in some compositions that are to be played immediately prior to a peak of chrono-biological activity. As another example, other compositions include de-activating elements to improve relaxation immediately prior to a natural low of chrono-biological activity. Such activating and de-activating elements include musical elements such as changes of volume, frequency selection, and tempo. The compositions may be used to treat depression and other disorders based on timing and application of music therapy using the compositions. | 09-04-2014 |
20140249359 | SOUND MACHINE WITH PSEUDO RANDOM WHITE NOISE GENERATOR - A sound machine having a pseudo random white noise generator provides white noise sound therapy of selectable tone/texture, bandwidth and/or peak frequency to those suffering from tinnitus or others seeking noise-masking or sleep or relaxation. The sound machine having a pseudo random white noise generator includes a user input interface having a tone/texture user input control, a band pass user input control and a peak select user input control. The tone/texture user input control selects the tone/texture of the white noise sound generated, the bandpass user input control the bandpass of the white noise sound generated and the peak select user input control provides the ability to select frequency peaks of the white noise sound generated. | 09-04-2014 |
20140249360 | SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING BIOFEEDBACK - The invention relates to a system ( | 09-04-2014 |
20140275741 | SYSTEM AND METHOD PROVIDING ALL-NIGHT SLEEP MANAGEMENT - System and method of all-night sleep management integrates the sleep cycle into the wake cycle with the result that the individual's sense of wholeness and overall well-being is promoted and improved day-in-day-out. In different embodiments, the system and method of all-night sleep management provides audio that a media player plays without potentially disruptive transitions to help people to manage tinittus or help babies or others to fall and stay asleep or to prevent failing to fall asleep or to prevent waking up of otherwise sensitive sleepers and provides an audio, video or other signal that an audio, video or other media player plays incorporating pacing, binaural beats, waveform manipulation, brainwave entrainment, light frequency, amplitude and color modulation or other techniques to draw people from the awake state, through one or more initial, staged intermediate sleep stages and back into the awake state. The media may be prerecorded media or may be provided by a programmed controller in response to user input selection. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275742 | Infant Blanket with Insertable and Programmable Devices to Provide Stimulation and Soothing to an Infant - A stimulation and soothing device for an infant is disclosed. The device includes a pouch large enough to accommodate the lower torso of an infant when the infant is placed in a reposed position therein. A backing piece includes first and second wings that wrap over the infant's shoulder and arms and secure to the pouch front panel. Each wing includes a pocket in which an insertable and programmable device may be housed. The insertable and programmable devices are provided for infant stimulation and soothing and may include a sound transducer and/or a portable digital media player. Additional pockets are provided for a temperature probe and for a phototherapy blanket. | 09-18-2014 |
20140309484 | Method and System for Brain Entrainment - The present invention is a method of modifying music files to induce a desired state of consciousness. First and second modulations are introduced into a music file such that, when the music file is played, both of the modulations occur simultaneously. Additional modulations can be introduced, as well as sound tones at window frequencies. | 10-16-2014 |
20140316192 | Biofeedback Virtual Reality Sleep Assistant - Biofeedback virtual reality sleep assistant technologies monitor one or more physiological parameters while presenting an immersive environment. The presentation of the immersive environment changes over time in response to changes in the values of the physiological parameters. The changes in the presentation of the immersive environment are configured using biofeedback technology and are designed to promote sleep. | 10-23-2014 |
20140323799 | SYSTEM AND A METHOD FOR IMPROVING A PERSON'S SLEEP - A system and a method for improving a person's sleep is disclosed, wherein the system comprises a bedding layer comprising a plurality of individually controllable thermally adjustable zones, a plurality of temperature sensors, wherein at least one temperature sensor per thermally adjustable zone is dispersed throughout the bedding layer, and means for controlling the heating power of each thermally adjustable zone, wherein the system is configured for controlling the heating power of the thermally adjustable zones in which the body presence is detected. The method comprises detecting the position of the body of the person on or underneath a bedding layer, and controlling the heating and cooling of each individual thermally adjustable zone in which the body presence is detected. A computer program product for carrying out the method is also disclosed. | 10-30-2014 |
20140343353 | Systems and Methods for Delivering Sensory Input During a Dream State - Embodiments of the invention provide apparatus, systems and methods for detecting neurological activity indicative of a dream state of a human. Many embodiments of the invention provide apparatus, systems and methods for detecting neurological activity of a human indicative of a dream state or the onset thereof and delivering an input to the user (such as an audio or other sensory input) during the dream state. Particular embodiments of the invention provide systems and methods for detecting neurological activity indicative of the onset or occurrence of a dream state of a human and delivering an audio or other sensory input during the user's dream state. The audio input may be used for learning, delivering messages to the user's subconscious, and/or promoting a state of relaxation. | 11-20-2014 |
20140343354 | BINAURAL SLEEP INDUCING SYSTEM - By using an iterative loop of data collection, binaural tone generation/presentation, and analysis binaural tones can be introduced to induce an existing brain state to change from one associated with being awake to a state associated with being asleep. The current state of an individual's brain is determined by measuring movement and electrical activity. Using this data a binaural tone can be generated to induce the brain state to change. As the state of the brain is continually monitored the applied binaural tone is modified and applied until the desired sleep state is obtained. | 11-20-2014 |
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20150038776 | DEVICE FOR INDUCING AND MAINTAINING SLEEP - Described herein is a device ( | 02-05-2015 |
20150045608 | INFANT CALMING/SLEEP-AID, SIDS PREVENTION DEVICE, AND METHOD OF USE - An infant calming/sleep-aid/SIDS detection device is provided that includes a main moving platform that moves in a variable manner with accompanying variable sound generation, the sound and motion adapted to calm a fussy baby, induce sleep, and maintain sleep under normal conditions. The device may also have a sensor for detection of pauses in breathing and/or detection of resultant biological changes related to breathing pauses and respond with appropriate stimuli to arouse the baby and allow breathing to recommence. | 02-12-2015 |
20150087894 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MONITORING AND TREATING SLEEP DISORDERS AND SLEEP-RELATED CONDITIONS - Methods and apparatus for monitoring, diagnosing, and treating sleep disorders such as sleep terrors are provided, which may include any number of features. One feature is an apparatus configured to partially awaken a user to treat a sleep disorder. The apparatus can include one or more sensors configured to monitor a sleep parameter of the user, one or more therapeutic devices configured to apply a therapy to the user to partially awaken the user, and an electronic controller operatively coupled to the sensors and therapeutic devices to determine when to apply the therapy, and how to apply the therapy so as to only partially awaken the user. | 03-26-2015 |
20150112121 | PACIFIER SYSTEM ADAPTED TO IMITATE THE CLOSENESS OF A SUBJECT AT REST - This invention relates to a pacifier system adapted to imitate the closeness of a subject at rest. A pacifier soft body such as a doll having a cavity therein is provided and a playback device adapted to be fitted into the cavity, where the playback device is operable to play a recording of the subject at rest and thus imitate the closeness of the subject | 04-23-2015 |
20150112122 | COMFORT DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH ELECTRONIC MESSAGE DISPLAY - A message playing system includes a plurality of comfort devices, each having a soft, huggable body and an electronic circuit in the body. The electronic circuit includes a WiFi or other wireless communication circuit for wireless electronic message communications. Each comfort device includes a display device for displaying messages. A server is connected over a communication network that includes at least one wireless communication link to each comfort device. The server is configured to receive and store messages and identification information for each message. The server is further configured to transmit the plurality of messages from the server to the comfort devices associated with the messages. | 04-23-2015 |
20150290419 | DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED ENHANCED CARE ROOMS - Disclosed are various embodiments of systems and methods related to determining beneficial and customized surroundings for a subject in a healthcare setting or related type setting, based at least in part on the subject's personal profile including one or more of personal health information, detected biological data, input from the subject itself, or input from a healthcare worker. | 10-15-2015 |
20150343168 | BRAIN-WAVE BASED CLOSED-LOOP SENSORY STIMULATION TO INDUCE SLEEP - Systems and methods for delivering stimuli to a subject that prompt the subject to fall asleep use multiple parameters that are based on measured signals related to a patient's brain activity, for example obtained through electroencephalography (EEG). The parameters indicate amplitude in different frequency bands, e.g. high-frequency brain activity and low-frequency brain activity. A stimulus, e.g. auditory stimulus, is delivered to the subject such that the intensity of the stimulus is adjusted based on (changes in) the multiple parameters. | 12-03-2015 |
20150359992 | ELECTRONIC DEVICE, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT - According to an embodiment, an electronic device includes, for example, an indicator, a sensor, and circuitry. The indicator is configured to notifying a user by using at least one of a sound and vibration. The sensor is configured to detect first information regarding a body of a user, the first information possibly subject to disturbance during notifying by the indicator. The circuitry is configured to replace the first information during notifying by the indicator with second information different from the first information. | 12-17-2015 |
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20160030245 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING TINNITUS - Methods and devices for treating tinnitus in a human subject wherein the subject is caused to perceive a tinnitus suppressing sound which fully or partially suppresses the subject's tinnitus. The tinnitus suppressing sound can be set to a pitch offset from a matched pitch for the human subject. The offset can be one or more half octaves or octaves lower or higher than the matched pitch. The offset can also be set as a function of the human subject's hearing loss and as a function of limitations in the sound producing device so that the optimal sound for the human subject when wearing the sound producing device is the sound that is used in that situation. The produced sounds may also be modulated with a sinusoid for improved suppression. Other methods and devices are also disclosed. | 02-04-2016 |
20160030702 | AUDIO PLAY DEVICE AND METHOD THEREOF AND DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING AUDIO PLAY DEVICE - The present invention provides an audio play device for inducing a user to fall asleep and a method thereof. The audio play device comprises: an identifying module for identifying a user's state; a frequency adjusting module for adjusting the frequency of an initial audio signal according to the identified user's state to generate a first audio signal and a second audio signal having frequency difference, the initial audio signal being the audio signal from a program source; a generation module for generating a first sound wave according to the first audio signal and generating a second sound wave according to the second audio signal; and a playing module for causing the first sound wave and the second wave to enter left ear and right ear of the user respectively at the same time. | 02-04-2016 |
20160038712 | SOUND GENERATION SYSTEM WITH TWO AUDIO CHANNELS FOR TREATING PSYCHOLOGICAL/PSYCHIATRIC AND NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS - A sound generation system with two audio channels for treating psychological/psychiatric and neurological disorders, comprising means (G/M, MD, DC, M/G MX) for generating two first audio signals, one for each audio channel (Ch | 02-11-2016 |
20160051793 | A METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEDIATING PROPRIOCEPTIVE SKIN AND BODY SENSORS, VISION, VESTIBULAR AND SOMATO-SENSATION ACTING IN COMBINATION WITH BRAIN FUNCTION OR NEUROSENSORY-MOTOR SYSTEM FUNCTION - An apparatus and method for improving functioning of at least a portion of a subject's nervous pathway system includes a garment or device worn or disposed on the subject; and at least one stimulator disposed on, in or within the garment or device capable of providing at least one corrective non-weight stimulus to the subject's nervous pathway system. The kind of nonweight stimulus provided by the stimulator to the subject's nervous pathway system, the amount, degree or intensity of the stimulus provided by the stimulator to the subject's nervous pathway system, and/or the body location of non-weight stimulus provided by the stimulator to the subject's nervous pathway system is determined by a reiterative diagnostic method leading to an optimal response for the treated subject. | 02-25-2016 |
20160094923 | SOUND ENRICHMENT FOR THE RELIEF OF TINNITUS - A sound enrichment system for provision of tinnitus relief, the sound enrichment system includes a noise generator, at least one signal modulator for random or pseudo-random modulation of a noise signal that is obtained using the noise generator, and an output transducer for conversion of the modulated noise signal to an acoustic signal for presentation to a user. A method of providing a noise enriched sound signal for provision of relief of tinnitus includes generating a randomly or pseudo-randomly modulated noise signal, generating an acoustic noise signal using the modulated noise signal, and presenting the acoustic noise signal to a tinnitus suffering person. | 03-31-2016 |
20160121074 | System with a Heart Rate Adjusting Mechanism - A system for adjusting a heart rate includes an interface for communicating with a heart rate monitor and a speaker. The system also includes a processor and memory. The memory includes programmed instructions to cause the processor to determine a natural heart rate of a user, determine a target rate for the user, and cause a sound to be emitted from the speaker to adjust the natural heart rate to the target heart rate. | 05-05-2016 |
20160129217 | HYPNOTIC SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE SAME - A hypnotic system includes a physiological parameter detection device, an audio information comparison device, a communication device and an audio device. The physiological parameter detection device detects the physiological parameter of a user for generating a physiological parameter signal. The audio information comparison device receives the physiological parameter signal, locates a respective audio information from an internal audio-comparing table, and then generates a corresponding audio signal for transmitting to the communication device. The audio device receives the audio signal forwarded by the communication device and then plays the corresponding audio information matching user's physiological parameter so as to serve a hypnotic purpose to the user. | 05-12-2016 |
20160136384 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND KIT FOR REMINISCENCE THERAPY FOR PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA - A system, method and kit for reminiscence therapy on an individual and group setting to treat depression and other disorders based on timing and application of reminiscence therapy using the compositions of one or more audio and visual elements configured to constructively interact with the individual's autobiographical memory components to stimulate memory components of the life of the individual with dementia. | 05-19-2016 |
20160144150 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REDUCING STRESS LEVELS USING COLOR, SOUND, AND AROMA THERAPY - The present invention is directed toward a system and method utilizing synchronized colors, sounds, and aroma therapy. The visual, auditory, and aromatic stimulation is intended to alleviate stress and/or anxiety by relaxing and stimulating the brain, thereby correcting any neurophysical imbalances. Reduction in the levels of stress and/or anxiety is achieved through the use of the auditory, visual, and aromatic sequences which are individually specific and systematic. The system and method is preferably provided in multiple sessions with each session providing both a mechanism for providing treatment as well as assessment, which is used to form the basis for future treatments. | 05-26-2016 |
20160144151 | Light and Sound Therapy Device - A device and method for administering light and acoustic vibrations for therapeutic treatment of one or more users is disclosed. The device has acoustic transducers positioned along a longitudinal center plane and comprises two longitudinal side sections that take an elliptical segment form. The acoustic transducers direct acoustic vibrations upwards, and the device also has light fixtures that direct light downward in the device interior. The components of the device work together to provide auditory, ocular, and dermal stimulation with a substantial reduction in undesirable rattling and echo. | 05-26-2016 |
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