Can sound be used to heal certain health conditions?
Yes!
In alternative health modalities, sound and frequencies are often used to aid healing of various health conditions. The best part is that it can be used by anyone, at basically no cost.
All you need to understand is how they work and which beats to tune into.
Without going into a lengthy lecture, I will summarise the concept of binaural beats so that you and your family can draw benefit from this healing method.
What are Binaural Beats?
The science behind binaural beats occurs naturally in the brain. A different sound (tone) frequency is sent to the left and right ears through headphones. Upon hearing the two different frequencies, the brain interprets one consistent, rhythmic frequency, known as a binaural beat(s).
The resulting frequency, interpreted by the brain, is the mathematical difference between the two frequencies sent to the left and right ears. The brain then follows along at this frequency and produces brainwaves of the same frequency.
This theory is known as ‘Frequency Following Response' (FFR); a naturally occurring science that happens in the human brain.
History behind the use of frequency
Although the creation of binaural beats music has only been possible through technological advancement in the last 100 or so years, the use of this type of sound therapy dates back thousands of years.
Ancient cultures were aware of how the brain could be entrained through sound repetition long before modern science was able to prove the process.
The ancient Greeks used music to ease stress, promote sleep, and soothe pain. The Native Americans and Africans used singing and chanting as part of their healing rituals.
Through the use of repetitive drumming and chanting, Tibetan monks, Native American shamans, Hindu healers, and master Yogis have been able to induce specific states of being for meditation, transcending consciousness, and healing.
The 5 Brainwave States & Their Benefits
Delta pattern: Binaural beats in the delta pattern operate at a frequency of 0.5–4 Hz with links to a dreamless sleep. In the study, people who received a delta pattern frequency during sleep entered a deeper stage of sleep, according to electroencephalogram (EEG) brain scan results.
Theta pattern: Practitioners set binaural beats in the theta pattern to a frequency of 4–7 Hz. Theta patterns contribute to improved meditation, creativity, and sleep in the rapid eye movement (REM) phase.
Alpha pattern: Binaural beats in the alpha pattern are at a frequency of 7–13 Hz and may encourage relaxation.
Beta pattern: Binaural beats in the beta pattern are at a frequency of 13–30 Hz. This frequency range may help promote concentration and alertness. However, it can also increase anxiety at the higher end of the range.
Gamma pattern: This frequency pattern accounts for a range of 30–50 Hz. The study authors suggest that these frequencies promote maintenance of arousal while a person is awake.
Why not try it for yourself?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6SeGGTVIPw
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