Frequently Asked  Questions

FAQ 

Questions and Answers About Vibroacoustic Therapy

What is Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          Vibroacoustic Therapy is a wellness sound healing modality and selfcare tool. It a process in which one lies or hugs or sits on a special equipment which embeds speakers for low sound frequencies in the range between 30hz-120hz. The individual streams one single harmonic soundwave from a storage device (app) into an amplifier and to the equipment. Vibroacoustic Therapy was invented by Olav Skille from Norway. TheSoundWell Vibro-therapy is the exclusive representative of Vibroacoustic Therapy in The Americas. Read more

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Who invented Vibroacoustic Therapy and how?

          Vibroacoustic Therapy was invented by Olav Skille from Norway in the eighties. Skille was a music therapist, a bass player and a principal in a disabled children’s school. As he was playing his base, he noticed that the closer he was playing, the children were less tensed and in a better mood. He was thrilled by the thoughts that the low frequencies of the bass, penetrated inner tissues, reduce stress and also had positive impact on children’s mood. With his rare knowledge of Pythagoras Theory of harmony of sound, and viewing human’s body as a musical instrument, he composed harmonic low sound frequencies that help reduce pain, stress in different parts of the body and other frequencies help reduce insomnia and anxiety. Read more about studies in Vibroacoustic Therapy

Why should I try Vibroacoustic therapy, what does it do?

          Consider Vibroacoustic Therapy system with its harmonic low sound frequencies as your sonic wave personal wellness-wellbeing kit.

We accumulate mental, emotional and physical stress daily and therefore, we need to reduce it daily. Otherwise, it grows and become chronic stress which leads to other chronic conditions. We provide low sound frequencies to address lower back, upper back, headache, insomnia and anxiety. Combinations and low sound frequencies have positive impact on body, mind and spirit. Vibroacoustic therapy does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.

After few moments of streaming a low sound frequency, one feels gentle immersive tactile inner body massage sonic wave.

How will I know if it helps me?

          You can run a journal and collect data of pain, stress, insomnia, anxiety and mood before having a vibroacoustic therapy session and after 23-30 minutes session.  You can rate each of the parameters from 1-10. If you have a smart watch, you can check heart rate and stress before and after.

What changes will I feel in my body?

          We are composed of 60% water. Sound travels though water better then air. If you use vibroacoustic therapy even once, you will feel gentle soothing sensation.

If you use it daily, you will become more sensitive to your organs, tissues and cells. You learn to observe your body and which frequency it needs for inner balance and reducing pain, stress, insomnia and anxiety which drain vitality.

How long can I use it each day and why?

          A Vibroacoustic Therapy takes between 23 -30 minutes.  It can take several minutes for cortisol levels to start rising, and they typically peak within 20-40 minutes. Therefore, Olav Skille composed a session for 23 minutes.  Short-Term Reductions: Studies have shown that VAT can lead to a reduction in cortisol levels within 30-60 minutes of a session. Long-Term Benefits: Regular VAT sessions over several weeks may lead to more sustained reductions in cortisol and improvements in stress-related symptoms.

What time of the day should I use Vibroacoustic Therapy?

We at TheSoundWell suggest having up to three sessions a day. Its up to you when to do the sessions based on your daily missions and your needs.

What happens if I use it on high level?

          The instructions to apply a vibroacoustic therapy equipment (mat, recliner, sonic pets, bedding kit, sound table) are very simple. Yet there is a very important thing to remember – Less Is More. You need to set and adjust the volume of the amplifier and your mobile device the lowest you fee and sense. The reason is that if you set it on high level you may be stressed and temporarily nauseous.

How long will it be before I feel the benefit of the technique?

          There is no one general answer to this question. People have different reasons to use vibroacoustic therapy.  They have different medical conditions history. Yet, most people feel more relaxed and in a better mood after their first Vibroacoustic Therapy session. After few moments – they feel a very soothing and gentle ticklish sonic waves rinsing their bodies.

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Should I lie down or sit up during a Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          If you are using a whole-body solution such as a mat, or recliner or a sound table, you can place your body in whatever position that you feel comfortable with. The vibrations will impact every organ, tissue and cell in whatever position you are in. If you are using a pillow or a sonic pet, you can hug it while you are sitting or lying.

How should I be dressed in a Vibroacoustic Therapy session?

          You may dress whatever is most comfortable to you. Release tight belt or anything that stresses your body.

What part of the body is it most effective in a Vibroacoustic Therapy?

In general, the whole body is positively impacted by the vibrations. However, each transducer’s location centres the ripple effect of circles around it. Therefore, if you have a focused pain, you may use a focused vibration pillow to that location.

Can I use the vibrations with my partner?

          Most of our products are personal, however you can both lie on a  mat vertically and use it simultaneously. Our mattress topper enables vibrating a queen mattress.

Is Vibroacoustic Therapy safe for my children?

          Absolutely! Any child in any age could benefit from hugging a sonic pet or lie on a mat.  Children with special needs such as Autism, ADHD, CP could increase life quality ad help balance inner systems, optimize the usage of energy and minimize overwhelmed mind. Our sonic pets also serve as emotional support tool. Parent should manage children’s sessions and make sure they adjust the volume to the lowest level they can still sense and feel the vibrations.

Can I use Vibroacoustic Therapy as part of my yoga practise?

          Yes. You can use some of our mats to do soft and gentle exercises including yoga, and Feldenkrais.

I am an athlete can I use Vibroacoustic as part of my training/warm up/warm down?

          Vibroacoustic Therapy may be a very effective tool for stretching. It could help reduce stress before training and after training. For professional sport people, it could help visualize good result in advance and imagining winning the game. That will serve as a real exercise and increase self-confidence.

What material is the mat/sleeve/pillow made from?

          We use leather like soft vinyl that may be cleaned.  There is also a high standard medical fabric that may be used if requested in health institutions.

After I have used it for a while can I wash the mat/sleeve?

          You may use cleaning spray and wipe. You should not wash the products. All of our products for home usage or in medical facilities should be covered by a sheet or a blanket that are washable.

I am physically disabled. Is vibroacoustic therapy safe for me to use?

          Yes.  Following the instructions of our harmonic low sound frequencies equipment, it's safe to use it. However, people with complex conditions such as multiple chronic diseases should get approval from their medical dr.

I am a blind person can I use the controls?

          A caregiver should make sure that you exercise how to use the equipment safely. If you are blind, it would make sense to use cables that connects the equipment to the amplifier and not use Bluetooth.

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I suffer from involuntary muscle contractions is it safe for me to use Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          Yes. Vibroacoustic Therapy is very gentle and positively impact bones, muscles, nerves and blood vessels. If you follow the instructions, it could increase life quality and help you reduce pain, stress, insomnia and anxiety and boost vitality in a soothing way.

I have had a stroke is it safe for me to use Vibroacoustic Therapy?

             We advice you integrate Vibroacoustic Therapy with preventive wellness-wellbeing lifestyle. Please consult your MD and share the following link www.vibro-therapy.com/research

I suffer from Parkinsons disease /multiple sclerosis/hyperthyroidism/epilepsy is it safe for me to use Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          We advice you integrate Vibroacoustic Therapy with preventive wellness-wellbeing lifestyle. Please consult your MD and share the following link www.vibro-therapy.com/research

Can I rent a mat/sleeve/pillow to try?

          We do not rent our products. However, we have 30 days return policy so you have no risk if you don’t like our products.

Is the mat/sleeve/pillow available worldwide?

          Absolutely! We sale worldwide.

Is there back up if the mat/sleeve/pillow stops working?

          We provide one year guaranty and email/phone/zoom support.  

If needed, you will need to ship your product and pay for the shipping both ways.

Is VAT safe?

           Yes. As long as you follow the instructions:

1. Less is More – keep volume of amplifier and mobile device the lowest you can still feel and sense.

2. Don’t use over three sessions a day.

3. Turn off the amplifier when you are not using the product

4. Supervise when children are using the product

Who should not use VAT?

          Anybody in pregnancy, epilepsy, pacemakers, recent surgeries, extreme mental health conditions should consult with medical professionals before using VAT. Please share- the following:

what is vibroacoustic therapy | thesoundwellcorp

and www.vibro-therapy.com/research

Are there any side effects of VAT?

         If you follow the instructions, there should not be any side effects. Here is a possible side effect if you turn on high volume- mild nausea.

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Is VAT FDA approved?

          At this point we define vibroacoustic therapy as a wellness platform /system and not as a medical device.

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What kind of training or qualifications do VAT practitioners have?

          We provide our eBook and free online training for those who purchase whole body solution. If you are an Occupation Therapist you may take the following course: Introduction to Vibroacoustic Therapy.

Our advanced courses: Home | Learn- The oiriginal Vibroacoustic Therapy invented by Olav Skille

Is VAT a replacement for conventional medical treatment?

            Absolutely not. VAT is complementary wellness sound healing therapy and does not replace prescribed medical care).

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Are there any long-term risks associated with VAT?

             Over 40 years of applying vibroacoustic therapy there is no recorded case of long-term risks associated with VAT.  

There are some companies that claim they provide Vibroacoustic Therapy equipment but stream music into the body. Is that Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          We at TheSoundWell Vibro-Therapy represent the Original vibroacoustic Therapy invented by Olav Skille from Norway. Skille distinguishes between vibroacoustic therapy music which is called VAM and Vibrocaoustic Therapy which streams a single low sound frequency in the range between 30hz-120hz. In our perception music is conditioned to culture and is subjective to personal experience. In addition, music may raise subconscious emotions from the past that may not be harmonic to our present.

Please read Skille’s article about the difference between streaming music and pure low sound frequencies: Olav Skille about music vs. pure sound | silentsoundspace

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What is the difference between WBV whole body vibration machine and Vibroacoustic Therapy?

          WBV Machines:

• Mechanism: These machines use a vibrating platform on which the user stands, sits, or lies. The vibrations are mechanical, meaning they are produced by the machine's movement.  

• Application: WBV is primarily used for fitness, muscle strengthening, bone density improvement, and balance enhancement. It can also be used for rehabilitation purposes.  

• Vibration type: Typically involves higher amplitude and frequency vibrations that are felt throughout the body.

          Vibroacoustic Therapy:

• Mechanism: This therapy uses sound waves to create vibrations that are felt in the body. The vibrations are generated by speakers or transducers and are often combined with music or other sounds.  

• Application: Vibroacoustic therapy is primarily used for relaxation, stress reduction, pain management, and improving mental and emotional well-being. It may also be used for specific conditions like fibromyalgia or tinnitus.  

• Vibration type: Generally, involves lower frequency and amplitude vibrations compared to WBV, and the focus is more on the sensory experience of the vibrations combined with sound.  

Key Differences:

• Type of vibration: WBV uses mechanical vibrations, while vibroacoustic therapy uses sound-generated vibrations.  

• Intensity: WBV typically involves higher intensity vibrations, while vibroacoustic therapy uses lower intensity vibrations.

• Focus: WBV is primarily focused on physical benefits like muscle strength and bone density, while vibroacoustic therapy is more focused on relaxation, pain management, and mental well-being.

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Does vibroacoustic therapy helps to meditate and reach deep levels of body and mind peace?

          Absolutely! Many people find it difficult to meditate because they are too overwhelmed with negative thoughts, emotions, sensations, memories and imagination. A Vibroacoustic therapy session acts as reset-reboot-recharge and similar to taking a good nap on demand. Therefore, you can reach a state of deep meditation with no efforts.