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The Music of Sound: a new approach for children with severe and profound and multiple learning difficulties

British Journal of Music Education (1997), 14 : pp 173-186

Phil Ellis

Abstract
In the two years following the proposed and trials of Sound Therapy (see Ellis, ‘Incidental Music’, BJME 12, 59–70) the approach has been further developed. Working in conjunction with a local special school a non-invasive therapy has been evolved which depends upon the use of music technology. This paper describes the background, development, and modus operandi of Sound Therapy and the ways in which music technology contributes to the programme. An account of the qualitative research tool, by means of which progression and development can be monitored and assessed, is also given. In conclusion, one case study, extending over two years, illustrates the results of this approach.

Keywords: vibroacoustic tgherapy, muisc therapy, low frequency, children

The Experience of Vibroacoustic Therapy in the Therapeutic Intervention of Adolescent Girls

http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/08098130409478096

Eha Rüütel, Marika Ratnik, Eda Tamm & Heli Zilensk

Nordic Journal of Music Therapy

Volume 13, Issue 1, 2004

Abstract:
A qualitative approach was used to study the therapeutic intervention based on vibroacoustic therapy (treatment method based on the combined effect of music and low frequency sound vibrations), to which other methods (mood assessment, drawing) had been added according to the therapy plan. The participants were ten girls aged 15-18 with heightened anxiety combined with low self-esteem and/or body image problems. The principles of grounded theory were used to study the experience of the girls and the outcome of the intervention. Three categories describing the meaning of the therapy process emerged in the girls' interviews: “balancing self-discovery,” “tension release,” and “interesting and beneficial experience.” Vibroacoustic therapy can be considered as an important therapy component useful for enhancing coping ability through fulfilling the bodily needs for relaxation, improving self-knowledge through physical selfawareness, and giving peaceful time for reflection.

Keywords: adolescent girls,
vibroacoustic therapy,
music,
drawing,
grounded theory

http://journals.lww.com/hnpjournal/Abstract/2004/05000/Vibroacoustic_Sound_Therapy_Improves_Pain.2.aspx

Vibroacoustic Sound Therapy Improves Pain Management and More
Boyd-Brewer, Chris MA, FAMI; McCaffrey, Ruth ARNP, ND

Holistic Nursing Practice: May/June 2004 - Volume 18 - Issue 3 - p 111-118

Abstract:
Vibroacoustic therapy is a new sound technology that uses audible sound vibrations to reduce symptoms, invoke relaxation, and alleviate stress. This technology is developed based on the recognition that external vibration can influence body function. Research demonstrates the effectiveness of vibroacoustic therapy. Implications for nurses include investigating the possibilities of vibroacoustic therapy in various nursing settings to promote patient well-being and improve the therapeutic environment.

Keywords: low frequency, vibroacoustic therapy

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0031940605661767

The Effect Of Vibroacoustic Therapy

Marit Hoem Kvam (author), DSc is leader of research at the National Hospital, Berg Habilitation Centre, Bergsalleen 21, N-0584 Oslo, Norway

Physiotherapy Volume 83, Issue 6, June 1997, Pages 290–295

Abstract:

This paper reports an experimental study to determine the possible effects of a music chair on people with cerebral palsy. The effect of vibroacoustic treatment was evaluated in a double-blind trial. Members of six matched pairs, aged 27–48 years, were randomly allocated to experimental and control groups. The experimental group received two weekly treatments with music plus vibroacoustic waves (low frequency sounds), and the control group received treatment with music alone. Before and after the nine-week project, individuals were videotaped performing gross and fine muscular movements.

Four independent assessors evaluated each movement. Both groups improved their performances on the post-test evaluation. Although there was a tendency towards better performances within the experimental group, the differences were not significant (p > 0.05). No significant differences were found in results from the Nic Waals muscle test, pulse oximetry and drawing/writing tests.

Although users found vibroacoustic treatment pleasant and some individuals showed short-term improvement, there was no unequivocal evidence to support anecdotal reports of beneficial effects from vibroacoustic treatment. Not only is further research needed in order to identify criteria for selecting clients who may benefit and describe protocols of treatment but, as demand commonly follows introduction of a new intervention, caution is advised until risk of adverse effects has been evaluated.

Key Words: Vibroacoustic therapy, music chair, cerebral palsy

http://psycnet.apa.org/psycinfo/1996-15255-001

The psychological and physiological effects of low frequency sound and music.

Wigram, Tony

Music Therapy Perspectives, Vol 13(1), 1995, 16-23.

Abstract:
Examines the psychological and physiological effects of sound by considering a selection of the literature that exists on the effect of music on physical conditions such as pain, muscle tone, blood pressure, and heart rate. Specifically, studies on blood pressure and heart rate, clinical conditions, and the effect of pulsed low frequency sinusoidal tones that have been undertaken using vibroacoustic therapy are summarized. Vibroacoustic therapy employs the element of low frequency sound as a pulsed tone underneath relaxing music. Clients treated with vibroacoustic therapy include those with autism, anxiety neurosis, pulmonary disorders, self-injurious behavior, and spastic and asthmatic conditions.

Keywords: music therapy, low frequency sound, psychology, vibroacoustic therapy

http://www.wfmt.info/Musictherapyworld/modules/archive/stuff/papers/Wigram.pdf

Thesis submitted for the degree of Doctora of Philosophy, St. Georges Hospital Medical School London University

Anthony Lewis Wigram (author)

Abstract:
Vibroacoustic and vibrotactile devices that transmit sound as vibration to the body
have developed over the last 15 years, and have been reported anecdotally to
produce relaxation and reductions in muscle tone, blood pressure and heart rate.
Vibroacoustic (VA) therapy is used in clinical treatment and involves a stimulus that
is a combination of sedative music and pulsed, sinusoidal low frequency tones
between 20Hz and 70Hz, played through a bed or chair containing large speakers.
There is limited evidence to support the efficacy of VA therapy in the clinical
situations in which it is used. The studies in this thesis investigated the clinical effect
of VA therapy, and the effect of elements of the stimulus on non-clinical subjects.
A study on 10 multiply handicapped adults with high muscle tone and spasm
compared the effect of eight trials of VA therapy with a similar number of trials of
relaxing music. A significantly greater range of movement was recorded after VA
therapy than relaxing music. No significant difference was found in changes in
blood pressure or heart rate.
Comparing the effect of VA therapy with music and movement-based physiotherapy
(MMBP) and relaxing music alone on 27 subjects with high muscle tone and
spasticity revealed no significant difference in range of movement between VA
therapy and MMBP, but a significant difference comparing the combined results of
MMBP and VA therapy with relaxing music alone. Additional trials found significant
differences between VA therapy and music alone.
A study on non-clinical subjects (n=39), and a second study (n=52) measured
perceived location of bodily vibrations in response to sinusoidal tones between
20Hz and 70Hz through a VA bed. Reports indicated some that frequencies caused
sensations of resonant vibration consistently in the same places in the body.
A second study on non-clinical subjects (n=60) in three groups found that VA
therapy had a significantly greater effect in reducing arousal when compared with
relaxing music, and a control, and heart rate when VA therapy was compared with a
control. No significant differences were found between the groups in changes in
blood pressure.
A third study (n=60) found no significant differences between four groups when
evaluating the effect of varying rate of amplitude modulation of a 40Hz sinusoidal
tone and a constant tone.
These studies have clarified the efficacy of VA therapy as an intervention for clinical
populations, and the effect of the stimulus on normal subjects. Questions remain
about the nature of the stimulus that is used, and its effect on behaviour.

Keywords: vibroacoustic therapy, music therapy, sound therapy

http://www.thestar.com/living/article/1102258--the-healing-power-of-music

Here is the link of the interview: http://theagenda.tvo.org/content/videoplayersmall/agenda-video?1293597851001

Fibromyalgia tender point pain: A Double blind, placebo-controlled pilot study on music vibration Using the Music Vibration Table (TM)

Chesky, K S, Russell I J, Lopes Y, Kondraske G

Journal of Musculosceletal Pain. Vol 5(3) 1997 by Haworth Press Inc.

To determiniate the immediate effects of music and musically fluctuating vibration on tender point pain in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), because it was known that musically fluctuating vibration in the 60-300Hz frequency range stimulates Pacinian Corpuscles (PC). It was speculated that PC signalsmight suppress nociceptive transmission via adenosine acting on on P1-purinergic receptors at the spinal cord level.

# Pilot Study- A WOMAN WITH FIBROMYALGIA
Olav Skille

PILOT STUDY OF THERAPY PROCEDURE AND EFFECT OF VA-THERAPY ON A WOMAN WITH FIBROMYALGIA.

EQUIPMENT USED:

VA-chair and therapy tapes from Olav Skille

Summary:

The report describes a therapy series using VA-therapy on a female patient, born 1945, 2 children. Diagnosis was made by her physician: Fibromyalgia ? Rheumatism ? She came to VAT by her own initiative.

The therapy series covers an intensive period with several sessions per day over a week's time. Therapy has been continued with regular intervals.

Result: Analgetic effects which progressed to almost pain-free status during intensive therapy. This therapy seems to be more effective than traditional physiotherapy and use of drugs/medicines.

https://sites.google.com/site/vibroacoustictherapyinamerica/3-april-2011/-pilot-study