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iLs - Integrated Listening Systems
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Building upon the psychoacoustic techniques originally developed in Europe and further refined over
the past 8 years in the U.S. by Dynamic Listening Systems (DLS), iLs programs combine auditory
stimulation with balance, movement and visual motor activities.
the past 8 years in the U.S. by Dynamic Listening Systems (DLS), iLs programs combine auditory
stimulation with balance, movement and visual motor activities.
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| Three major senses are integrated |
iLs is a sound stimulation program that integrates the vestibular, visual and auditory systems
simultaneously. In our own clinical experiences we have found that when you add auditory and
vestibular stimulation to remediation, the improvements increase greatly. This is because each of
these three neurological systems talks to and receives information from the other two systems at all
times. The elaborate communication system between these three major senses must be coordinated
smoothly and efficiently for optimal functioning to occur. This communication is achieved through
what is called an integrated system; auditory, visual and vestibular (balance).
simultaneously. In our own clinical experiences we have found that when you add auditory and
vestibular stimulation to remediation, the improvements increase greatly. This is because each of
these three neurological systems talks to and receives information from the other two systems at all
times. The elaborate communication system between these three major senses must be coordinated
smoothly and efficiently for optimal functioning to occur. This communication is achieved through
what is called an integrated system; auditory, visual and vestibular (balance).
| We are essentially re-training the brain to become more efficient and effective, and in the process strengthening neural connections to improve performance. |
Program, activity, and symptom descriptions are for educational/informational purposes only. Any recommendations
given are not to be considered diagnosis, medical, or psychological prescriptions. Every parent needs to assume the
responsibility for their own child and make their own decisions as to the techniques and methodologies that will
best fit their child's needs.
given are not to be considered diagnosis, medical, or psychological prescriptions. Every parent needs to assume the
responsibility for their own child and make their own decisions as to the techniques and methodologies that will
best fit their child's needs.
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iLs addresses:
- Attention Difficulties: A well-modulated vestibular system is important for controlling the
nervous system’s level of arousal. iLs bone conduction headphones and frequency filtration
stimulate the vestibular system in specific ways that improve our ability to maintain a calm and
alert state.
- Auditory Processing: The vestibular, cochlear and visual systems are our main systems for
organizing sensory input. Together they form an interdependent system which allows us to
detect and analyze sound, control balance and movement, and integrate our touch, hearing,
and vision. iLs programs apply gradual and gentle stimulation to the vestibular/cochlear system,
thereby improving the integration of sensory input to the brain.
- Reading/Learning Difficulty: Reading requires the ears and eyes to work together
synchronously. As your eyes move from letter to letter your ear (cochlea) translates each letter
into a sound. The vestibular system coordinates certain eye movements and aids in the
synchronicity of the eyes and ears which is vital for successful reading. iLs programs affect eye
tracking abilities as well as neurological timing and vestibular function, thus reducing processing
delays often found in students with learning difficulties.
- Pitch Discrimination/Phonemic Awareness: Sound enters the ear as a myriad of frequencies
and intensities. The cochlea, within the inner ear, is in charge of discerning the various
frequencies. If the cochlea is not functioning well, we have poor “selectivity” and have a hard
time telling the difference between a “P” and “B”, or “T” and “D”. iLs programs typically
increase selectivity, resulting in better classroom performance and increased confidence.
- Self-esteem: One of the most significant areas of improvement we see with students is in their
self-esteem. When we are processing information better, performing better in school and at
work, we naturally feel better about ourselves. On a physiological level, it is worth noting that
sound stimulation is received by more parts of the brain than any other sensory input. This
includes the limbic system, which plays a major role in our emotional well-being.
- Alertness, Focus, Energy: A majority of our sensory stimulation is received via the
vestibular/cochlear system. From there it is channeled to a system at the base of the brain
known as the ascending reticular activating system (ARAS). From the ARAS, the stimuli are
relayed to the cerebral cortex. With good auditory and vestibular input, the ARAS stimulates
much of the cortex, having a profound effect on levels of “consciousness” and on one’s sense
of feeling sharp versus hazy.
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