Neurostimulation
About Neurostimulation – Audiovisual Perception Therapy (AVWF)
In a world full of stimuli, pressure to perform, and constant demands, our nervous system is under continuous strain. School, work, and everyday life require high levels of concentration, emotional stability, and physical resilience – often all at once.
Our body reacts with chronic stress: the so-called sympathetic nervous system (part of the autonomic nervous system) is activated to mobilize resources – heart rate, muscle tension, and alertness increase. As a counterbalance, the brain tries to regulate via the vagus nerve (part of the parasympathetic system) – the system should calm down again.
If this finely tuned interaction gets out of balance, it can lead to concentration difficulties, exhaustion, inner restlessness, or learning and behavioral disorders.
How does AVWF therapy work?
AVWF training is based on the targeted stimulation of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) – specifically the 10th cranial nerve, the vagus nerve. Through special, sound-modulated tones, gentle activation of this nerve is triggered via the muscles of the inner ear. Both ascending (afferent) and descending (efferent) nerve pathways are stimulated.
This rhythmic activation creates feedback loops within the autonomic nervous system – enhancing regulation, sensory processing, and the balance between tension and relaxation.
The body and brain re-learn when performance is needed and when recovery is appropriate.
The Effects:
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Improved concentration & perception
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Better information processing
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More successful learning behavior
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Stress reduction & relaxation
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Enhanced emotional stability
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More energy for school, work, daily life & sports
Measurable Effects on the Brain
Using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), it has been proven that sound-modulated music – as used in AVWF – triggers specific neural responses in the brain.A study from Salzburg showed significant changes in three key brain areas among participants:
Auditory Cortex:
Significantly increased activity when listening to sound-modulated music – the brain responds more intensely to acoustic stimuli.
Thalamus:
Increased activation was also observed in the thalamus, the central relay station for sensory impressions – particularly in areas related to auditory processing.
Motor and Premotor Cortex:
Reduced activity was measured here, indicating a calming and relaxing effect.
These results suggest that sound-modulated music not only enhances perception but also contributes to motor relaxation.This approach could be particularly supportive in parenting and therapy for restless or hyperactive children – and may even help reduce the need for medication.