vibroacoustic therapy

what is it

Vibroacoustic therapy (VAT) is a drug-free treatment that uses low-frequency sound vibrations. The vibrations permeate throughout the body as a gentle massage deep into the cells.

How does it work

VAT was developed in the 1980s by Olav Skille, a Norwegian researcher who was interested in the effects of sound on the body. Skille found that using low-frequency sound vibrations in the range of 30Hz-120Hz can have a positive effect on the body's ability to heal and maintain good health and well-being.

how does it feel

Often clients report feeling pleasant sensations in the body while in a relaxed state. At Touch of Sound you will be blanketed in vibrations of carefully curated frequency while resting on a sound bed.

what does it do for me

There is over forty years of research showing that VAT can treat a number of conditions. Chronic pain, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Alzheimer's disease and dementia, COPD, Sports injuries, Stomach pain/Colic, Impaired blood circulation, Headache, Migraine and much more.

vat vs. sound bath

How does VAT differ from a frequency sound bath

Vibroacoustic Therapy (VAT) uses low-frequency vibrations delivered through specialized equipment to create deep, targeted physical effects that help address specific concerns. In contrast, a sound bath is a passive, immersive experience in which you simply listen to soothing sounds—such as gongs, singing bowls, or calming music—to encourage relaxation and a meditative state.

Both modalities can offer profound benefits for your physical and mental well-being.

the importance of hydration

Water, acting as a natural conductor, enhances sound vibrations throughout the body and amplifies the therapeutic effects of vibroacoustic therapy. Proper hydration supports the transmission of low-frequency vibrations, allowing them to travel more efficiently through the body's fluids, muscles, connective tissues, and other soft tissues. This enhanced transmission helps promote relaxation and supports the body's natural restorative processes.

Water also plays a vital role in circulation, nutrient transport, cellular function, and the body's natural elimination of metabolic waste. Maintaining good hydration supports healthy tissue function, overall balance, and the body's ability to respond optimally to therapeutic sound, making hydration an important part of maximizing the benefits of Vibroacoustic Therapy.