Sound and Light’s Therapeutic Effects on the Brain
When we think of alternative wellness, we may imagine practices that include saunas or ice baths. These practices have their roots in ancient customs that have been passed down for centuries. But did you know that sound and light can be therapeutic as well?
Current research has helped shine the light on new forms of alternative wellness, bridging the gap between ancient practices and modern technology. Science has evidence to suggest that a combination of sound and light could have therapeutic effects on the brain. With this knowledge, the alternative wellness community has created new technologies like BrainTap.
How the Brain Processes Light and Sound
How our brains process light and sound is a fascinating topic.
Our brains process sound and light into signals that our brain can read. Think of it a bit like translating Spanish to English and vice versa. From there, information such as rhythm, pitch, tone, and memory are all controlled by different parts of the brain.
For example, according to The Kennedy Center, “The recognition and understanding of pitch and tone are mainly handled by the auditory cortex. This part of the brain also does a lot of the work to analyze a song’s melody and harmony.”
Similarly, light is processed by sending signals from the optic nerve in your eyes to the thalamus and the superior colliculus in our brains. The University of Queensland explains, “Our visual cortex is not uniform, and can be divided into a number of distinct subregions. These subregions are arranged hierarchically, with simple visual features represented in ‘lower’ areas and more complex features represented in ‘higher’ areas.”
What Current Research Says
Current research surrounding using light and sound for therapeutic effects has opened the door to new opportunities within the alternative wellness community. The study of light and sound where
According to information found in a 2016 study by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, there is evidence to suggest “behaviourally driven gamma oscillations before the onset of plaque formation or cognitive decline in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease.” This was found by using a non-invasive light flickering regime on test mice.
Another paper in a 2008 edition of Complementary Therapies for Physical Therapy found, “Several researchers have found that listening to certain types of music can lower blood pressure and heart rate, reduce pain, decrease anxiety, and improve sleep.”
Though many studies are still considered preliminary, there is plenty of evidence like that above to suggest that light and sound could be used in part to improve quality of life.
Science and Alternative Wellness come together with BrainTap
BrainTap is an exciting addition to alternative wellness that one has to experience for themselves. This form of alternative wellness incorporates sound, music, light, and spoken word to create a unique experience unlike any other. According to BrainTap’s website, “BrainTap uses a proprietary neuro-algorithm that results in full-spectrum brainwave activity.”
Check out BrainTap with Modern Cryo & Wellness
The science between light, sound, and how they interact with our brain is a fascinating subject. To fully understand it, one almost has to experience it for themselves. To check out BrainTap for yourself, set up an appointment with Modern Cryo & Wellness. Guests can set up an appointment by using the Book Now button located on our website. This allows users to select the services they would like, the date, and the time of their appointment.
Have questions or concerns about BrainTap, your appointment, or any of our other services? Our team of helpful staff members are prepared to make your experience great. Guests can reach out to us by calling us at 469-514-8122 or by sending us an email at info@moderncryo.com. We cannot wait to help you discover the unique experience that BrainTap has to offer!
