The heart speeds up with every breath in and slows down with every breath
out. This swing in heart rate is HRV. A typical heart beat swing is in the
order of about 15 beats per minute (bpm). When people get stressed, the heart
typically clamps to sometimes as low as five bpm HRV at times intermixed with
sharp spikes in heart rate. This is all abnormal activity and is rough on
the heart.
The HRV technique used clinically is based on a 10 second breathing cycle
(six breaths/minute, by inhaling slowly for five seconds and exhaling slowly
for five seconds in an easy, relaxed breath). When using HRV paced breathing,
listen to the heartbeat generated by the DAVID PALTM
through the headphones. Inhale for two heartbeats and exhale for two heartbeats
(not your own heartbeats!). Most sessions begin at seven breathing cycles/minute
(28 heartbeats/min) and slow to six breaths /minute (24 heartbeats/min). This
allows the user to breathe a little faster at the onset of a session until
he/she has had time to relax.
These preset sessions are the latest designs and were designed based upon research. They are
provided in three sections. Section "A" are our stimulating sessions,
section "B" are our meditation & relaxation sessions and section
"C" are our sleep and special sessions. Here is a detailed list of the
preset sessions:
| # |
NAME & DESCRIPTION |
TIME |
TARGET RATE (Hz) |
| Beta - Let's Get Alert |
|
A1 |
Sensory Motor Rhythm (SMR) - Use to achieve relaxed attention. |
24 Min |
14 |
|
A2 |
Sensory Motor Rhythm (SMR) with
Dissociation - Use to improve sleep for those who have insomnia due to
a "racing" mind but relaxed body. |
40 Min |
14 |
|
A3 |
Beta Perker - A great way to get going in the morning without
caffeine. This session helps reduce ADD and SAD symptoms. May cause
anxiety. |
20 Min |
20 |
|
A4 |
ADD & Learning - This
session has rapid transitions for mental stimulation to help keep the
user "engaged" in the session. Used in the ADD study published
in the Journal of Neurotherapy. |
26 Min |
L 14/R 18 & 10 |
|
A5 |
Brain Brightener - Use with seniors to
improve mental functioning and memory. Based on Budzynski's study.
Similar to ADD and Learning (A4) but uses gentle transitions more amenable
for seniors. Can also be used for ADD. |
30 Min |
L 14/R 18 & 10 |
|
A6 |
Skill/Sport Enhancement - Use this session
to develop any
skill or improve performance. Visualize feeling your best during the first
half (alpha) and then visualize your perfect performance during the second half
(beta) of the session. |
24 Min |
8 to 18 |
|
Alpha - Great for Relaxation and Meditation |
|
B1 |
Healthy Alpha with Dissociation - Healthy alpha
is 10 Hz. Most disorders have alpha slowing
down. This session
re-establishes the natural alpha rhythm. Good for beginners.
. |
30 Min |
10 |
|
B2 |
Extended Deep Alpha Relaxer with Dissociation
- Stay relaxed for your dental, massage, chiropractic, and other appointments. |
80 Min |
8.4 |
|
B3 |
Schumann Resonance with Dissociation -
For a quick,
thorough afternoon meditation. For those on the go. |
22 Min |
7.8 |
|
B4 |
Extended Schumann Resonance with Dissociation
- For effective deep meditation & particularly to improve the onset
of sleep. Calms "hyper/chattery" minds. Also for chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and anxiety. Ideal for those with insomnia who have a busy
mind and tense body. |
40 Min |
7.8 |
|
B5 |
"State Five Meditation" - Use for ultra-deep meditation
and for sleep. Use to quiet "hyper" minds. Based on
Maxwell Cade's work with Zen meditators. |
33 Min |
7 |
|
Theta The Dream State - Enhance Your Creativity |
B6 |
Theta with Dissociation - Use for creative
visualization and sleep. |
36 Min |
5.5 |
|
Delta - The Sleep State |
|
C1 |
Meditate to Sleep with Dissociation - Meditate,
visualize, and think soothing thoughts during the first half (8 Hz); fall
asleep during the second half (3 Hz). |
45 Min |
8 to 3 |
|
C2 |
Delta with Dissociation - To aid in falling asleep. Best
for those with pain. Fall asleep with session running. |
45 Min |
3.5 |
|
C3 |
Sub-Delta - Mildly dissociating. Calms the hypothalamus. Beneficial
for some
with fibromyalgia and hypertension. |
24 Min |
0.5 to 1 |
|
Depression Reduction |
C4 |
Alpha/Beta with Dissociation - Settles down negative
emotions from the right brain while stimulating the left brain to rebalance
alpha asymmetry. |
30 Min |
L 10/R 19 |
|
Hypnosis |
C5 |
Fractionated Hypnosis/Alpha - This
session simulates the hypno-therapy process |
30 Min |
8 |
|
Lucid Experiences |
C6 |
Lucid Dreaming - Sound Sync - Based on
audio input frequency range of 52 to 1275 Hz. Audio frequencies below 160
Hz will slow the rate down by up to 1 Hz. Frequencies above 160 Hz
will increase the rate by up to 1 Hz. Travel on lucid journeys with
your favorite music. |
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7 to 9 |