CA2033748A1 - Vibrational sound table - Google Patents
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Abstract
VIBRATIONAL SOUND TABLE
Abstract of the Invention A vibrational sound table supplies both direct and indirect sound energy to an body in alignment with the endocrine system. Whole body immersion is provided by a canopy containing direct and indirect sound energy sources. Visual light stimulation is provided by a light screen and light bars which may be strobed colored light.
Abstract of the Invention A vibrational sound table supplies both direct and indirect sound energy to an body in alignment with the endocrine system. Whole body immersion is provided by a canopy containing direct and indirect sound energy sources. Visual light stimulation is provided by a light screen and light bars which may be strobed colored light.
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VIBRATIONAL 80UND TAB~E
~aakground of the Invention This application pertains to the art of therapeutic vibrational tables and, more particularly, to a therapeutic vibrational sound table having a multitude of sound producing elements incorporated within the table to direct sound waves to selected portions of a patient's body.
The invention is particularly applicable to sound therapy devices haviny audio speakers disposed lo within a housing for direct and indirect application of sound waves in alignment with the endocrine system of the human body to invigorate a patient gene,rating an overall refreshed feeling and will be described with particular reference thereto.
Therapeutic sound systems have heretofore comprised tables having generally rectangular shaped boxes with a hollow center region wherein speakers or other sound wave sources are positioned. As the speaker or speakers generate sound enclosed within the box, a patient lying upon the table receives a dose oE mechanlcal wave energy from contact between the patient's body and the surface of the sound chamber.
Other sound transmitting systems have been attempted using a large speaker mounted within a chamber formed in a bed-type table. The speaker is positioned within the sound chamber under the thorax area of a person resting on the bed. T~e hollow sound chamber is generally deeper beneath the head of a patient and reduces in depth towards the patie~t's feet. These systems generally apply an uneven dose of ~echanical wave energy bombardment to the patient through the contact surface of the irregularly shaped tapered sound chamber, the energy being substantially concentrated in a region near the main speaker.
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VIBRATIONAL 80UND TAB~E
~aakground of the Invention This application pertains to the art of therapeutic vibrational tables and, more particularly, to a therapeutic vibrational sound table having a multitude of sound producing elements incorporated within the table to direct sound waves to selected portions of a patient's body.
The invention is particularly applicable to sound therapy devices haviny audio speakers disposed lo within a housing for direct and indirect application of sound waves in alignment with the endocrine system of the human body to invigorate a patient gene,rating an overall refreshed feeling and will be described with particular reference thereto.
Therapeutic sound systems have heretofore comprised tables having generally rectangular shaped boxes with a hollow center region wherein speakers or other sound wave sources are positioned. As the speaker or speakers generate sound enclosed within the box, a patient lying upon the table receives a dose oE mechanlcal wave energy from contact between the patient's body and the surface of the sound chamber.
Other sound transmitting systems have been attempted using a large speaker mounted within a chamber formed in a bed-type table. The speaker is positioned within the sound chamber under the thorax area of a person resting on the bed. T~e hollow sound chamber is generally deeper beneath the head of a patient and reduces in depth towards the patie~t's feet. These systems generally apply an uneven dose of ~echanical wave energy bombardment to the patient through the contact surface of the irregularly shaped tapered sound chamber, the energy being substantially concentrated in a region near the main speaker.
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In addition to the large speaker positioned within the chamber, arcuate members have been provided with a plurality of ~peakers positioned to direct sound at the patient's head, the sound consisting of multi-channel or single channel sound. U.S. Patent No. 4,124,249 to Abbeloos shows such a sound transmitting system.
In general, typical sound tables either bombard a patient with sound orig1nating from speakers posi~ioned as those in the pair of arcuate members of Abbeloos, or vibrate a patient by direct contact between a patient's body and a table surface made to vibrate through the production of sound waves.
_ummarY of the Invention The present invention contemplates a new and improved vibra~ional sound table which overcomes the above-referenced problems and provides users with an even and whole-body application of sound energy.
According to the present invention, a sQund bed is provided having a hollow chamber with sound genera-ting elements disposed within. Perforations in alignment with the endocrine system allow the sound to escape from the chamber and impact the body of the user.
A primary advantage of the present invention resides ~n the ability to overcome the problems associated with vibration tablas using the techniques described above.
An advantage of the present invention is a therapeutic sound table for generating sound waves in alignment with the endocrine system of the body. The multiple sound sources of the instant system provides for whole-body therapy for a more efficient, even, and beneficial treatment.
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Other openings in the vibrational sound table top provide for focusing indirect sound energy waves from ~ithin a cavity of the table to the patient's body.
Still yet another advantage of the present invention is a pair of head sets for use by both the patient and the technician administering the treatment to protect against the bombardment of sound upon the ears.
Yet still further, ~nother advantage is a multitude of light sources, strobed at the natural rapid eye movement (R.E.M.) frequency, for stimulating the visual senses while sound therapy is administered to the patient's body.
Brie~ Description o the Drawinqs The invention may take physical form in certain parts and arrangement of parts, a preferred embodiment of which will be described in detail in the specification and illu~trated in the accompanying drawings which form a part hsreof and wherein similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views.
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the therapeutic sound table of the invention;
FIGURE 2 is a top view of the upper torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 3 is a top view o~ the lower torso , .
chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 9 is a perspective and lexploded view of the upper torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 5 is a perspective and exploded view of the lower torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGVRE 6 is a schematic of the electrical connections of the vibrational sound table;
FIGURE 7 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of the vibrational sound table of the invention.
Desaription of the Preferred Embodiment~
Referring now to the drawings, where:in the showings are for the purposes of illustrating the preferred embodiments of the invention only, and not for the purposes of limiting same, the FIGURES show a VI~RATIOMAL ~OUND ~ABLE in alignment with the endocrine system of the body.
Referring first to FIGURE 1, a vibrational sound table lo is shown as being supported by six legs 16.
Incorporated within the vibrational sound table lo is a stereo sound source 18 which is shown in the preferred embodiment as being a typical auto sound system having a stereo output and a cassette or compact disk player. The stereo sound source 1~ is powered by a power supply 22 which converts ordinary household power from 120 volt AC
to 12 volt DC power. The power supply 22 provides for both a power conVerSioJl and for electrical isolation between the vibrational sound table 10 and the household power. A skirt may be provided to enclose the legs within and to contain sound produced from the bottom surface of the bed.
Still re~erring to FIGURE 1, the vibrational sound table 10 is shown as comprising two sections. An upper torso section 12 is a rectangular box-shaped chamber made to support a patient's upper torso including head, shoulders, arms and chest. The lower torso section 14 is similarly a rectangular box-shaped chamber made to support a patient's lower torso including hips and legs. Each of the sections 12 and 14 are independent and sealed on all six sides save for tuned perforations described below, to provide for isolation between the sound generating elements disposed within. Additionally, each of the sections 12, 14 are made of wood in the preferred embodiment, but other material having similar sound deadening characteristlcs may be used.
With continued reference to FIGU~E 1, the upper torso section 12 is covered with a durable covering 31 which is separated from the upper torso section 12 itself by an interstitial foam pad (not shown) for the comfort of the patient. Likewise, the lower torso section 14 is covered first with the foam pad, then with the durable covering 31.
Referring to FIGURES 1-5 in general, but with particular reference to FIGURE 1, the covering 31 is provided wlth a plurality of per~orations 30 which in general outline a "stick man" figure or silhouette of a patient lying upon the table 10. Each of the perforations are made to define a tuned passage through the covering ~1, the pad, and a top layer of the upper and lower sections 12 and 14. In this way, sound originating from within each section 12 and 14, may escape through the perforations 30. Clusters of perforations 30 define areas of the sections 12, 14 having eith r a large speaker 40 or a small speaker 42 for emitting direct sound waves therethrough. In the preferred embodiment, the large ~. ~ , . . .
speakers are five (5) inch speakers, and the small speakers are three and one-half (3.5~ inch speakers.
Other size combi.nations are possible based upon application. Perforations 30 not clustered into groups are for emitting indirect sound waves generated by the large and small speakers 40, ~2, which sound ricochets within a chamber created between the section tops 50l 54 and the section layers 53, 57 respectively, by the spacing created by the foam insulator 34.
In general, the perforations 30 are made to correspond with the endocrine system of a patient lying upon the table 10 for complete, whole-body therapy. As can be seen from FIGURE 1, a patient lying upon the table lo is totally immersed in sound waves from head to toe for maximum effectiveness of the sound energy waves.
Application of sound energy in this manner causes a multitude of positive ef~ects including a sensation of relaxation.
Referring now to FIGURES 2 and 4, the upper torso section 12 is shown from a top and perspective view illustrating the upper torso section top 50. A large speaker 40A is made to be positioned directly under the head o~ a patien-t lying upon the table 10. Another large speaker 40B is made to lie beneath the patient's left shoulder and large speaker 40C is made to lie beneath the patient's right shoul~er. Other large and small speakers 40, ~2 are arranged as indicated in the FIGURE to generate sound waves for direct application through clusters of perforations 30 formed in the pad, covering 31, and the upper torso section layer 5 . Per~ora~ions 30 formed ln the upper torso section layer 53 not directly adjacent the speakers 40, 92 are ~or permitting indirect sound to emit from the chamber created by khe foam insulator 34 between ~3~
the layer 53 and the top ~0, so as to be administered to a patient's upper torso.
FIGURE 4 is a perspective view of the upper torso section 12 shown in FIGURE 2. The FIGURE
illustrates an upper torso section top 50, an upper torso section bottom 51, upper torso section sides 52, foam insulator 34, and upper torso section layer 53. The bottom and sides 51, 52 are solid and the top 50 is formed with sized holes for receiving the large and small speakers 40, 42. An upper torso section layer S3 is received over the upper torso section top 50 and is made of Luan (Phillipine mahogany) in the preferred embodiment.
The upper torso section layer 53 is provided with per~orations 30 which correspond to areas of the upper torso chamber top 50 which are either large speaker holes 41, or small speaker holes 43. Indirect sound channels 44 are created where the perforations do not match with the holes ~, 43. A large speaker 40 is received into the upper torso section 12 at,each large speaker hole 41.
Likewise, a small speaker 42 is received into the upper torso section 12 at each small speaker hole 43. Clusters o~ perforations 30 through the upper torso section layer 53 correspond to locations in the upper torso section top 50 having larye or small speakers 40, 42. As is evident from the FIGURE, large and small speakers ~0, 42 generate sounds which are directed through the upper torso section top 50 and perforations in the upper torso section layer 53 and through corresponding holes in the pad 32 and covering 31. Sound which is generated by the large and small speakers 40, 42 but confined to the chamber created by the ~oam insulator 34 may escape throuyh the indirect sound channels 44 which permit for a sound 'llea~age" from the chamber and through the upper torso section layer 53, ' ~ ` ! . ' , ', . ~ ' . :
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pad 32, and covering 31. Foam insulator also provides for an insulation between the top 50 and the layer 53.
Referring now to FIGURES 3 and 5, the lower torso section 14 is shown haviny a single large speaker 40 and eight small speakers 42 arranged in alignment with the lymphatic and endocrine system of the lower torso o~ a patient lying upon the table 10. The lower torso section 14 is formed having a lower torso section top 54, bottom 55, sides 56, insulator 34, and perforated layer 57.
Perforations 30 are created in the top 54, layer 57, pad 32, and covering 31 in the manner described above with respect to the upper torso section 12 to provide for both direct and indirect application of sound through the chamber created by the insulator 34.
During the manufacturiny stage, the upper and lower torso sections 12 and 14 are connected together in an arrangement shown in FIGURE 1, and are provided with legs 16. Also, the speakers 40, 42 are connected to a channel output of the stereo sound source 18. The two sections 12, 14 may further be made as one contiguous unit rather than in two separate sections as illustrated.
Referring now to FIGURE 6, an electrical schematic is shown of the connection between the large and small speakers ~o, 42 received into the upper and lower torso sections 12 and ~4. A power supply converts househ~ld alternating current to DC current at a voltage level compatible with the stereo sound source 18. rrhe ! stereo sound source 18 outputs two channels of stereo sound with ~ront and rear outputs each includiny both channels. rrhe left and right rear channel output i5 directed to an equalizer 19 which may be provided with an amplifier for amplifying the output signal of the stereo sound source 18. The equalizer output is distributed in ~; . . . ,~ ., :
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a parallel/series connection as shown. Other connection arrangements may be used based upon particular circumstances. The left and right front channel output o~
the stereo sound source 18 is directed to a pair of jacks 21 which are used in conjunction with a pair of headsets 20, one headset 20 being provided for use by the patient and the second headset being provided for use by the therapist.
The headsets are used to totally block outside noise from being heard by the user and create a total environment allowing the audio as well as the vibrational experience. Similar experience is provided to the therapist while simultaneously affording the therapist with the content of the output of the stereo sound source 18. The volume and frequency of each of the speakers may be individually controlled through separate amplifier controls to adjust for variances between physical stature and size of the patient receiving treatment.
Referring now to FIGURE 7, a second embodiment ~0 of a vibrational sound table 100 is illustrated having an overhead upper torso section 112, and an overhead lower torso section 119. The overhead sections 112, 114 are made to be the mirror images of the sections 12, 1~
illustrated in FIGURE 1 with respect to the arrangement of large and small speakers 40, 42. The exception to this mirror image configuration is in the area immediately adjacent a patient's viewing area, which in the embodiment ~hown in FIGURE 7 comprises a light screen 116 which is capable of displaying a multitude of colors to stimulate the vi~ual sen~es of the patient. The light screen 116 may be pulsed at the natural rapid eye movement (R.E.M~) frequenry for enhanced effectiveness In addition, the overhead sections 112, 114 are provided longitudinally ~ i , " ,, , ~ , $
with llght bars 118 which generate a multitude of light colors. Tha light bars 118 may be strobed or sequenced between the various colors, or permitted to remain in a fixed arrangement for the constant di~play of a particular color. The light screen 116 may be substituted with a light mask or light glasses which may be worn by the patient over the eyes to thereby stimulate the visual senses. The overhead sections 112, 114 are hinged along the longitudinal direction of the table 100 as by a hinge 10 120. Since the person's body does not rest upon the overhead sections 112, 114, the pad 3~ used in conjunction with the sections 12, 14 may be dispensed with. ~lowever, for aesthetic purposes, the covering 31 is secured to the overhead sections 112, 114. Otherwise, the overhead upper 15 torso section 112 is formed according to the six sided upper torso section 12 including the arrangement of large and small speakers 40, 42 and arrangement of perforations 30. The embodiment shown in FIGURE 7 provides for a effective immersion into direct and indirect contact with 20 sound energy waves from head to toe, and on all sides of a patient. The overhead sections 112, 114 may be curved concave as shown or may be a flat surface. Additionally, the sections 12, 14 may also be upwardly curved concave surfaces for full "wrap-around" effect.
The invention has been described with reference to the preferred embodiments. Obviously, modifications and alterations will occur to others upon a reading and understanding of this specification. It is our intention to include all such modifications and alterations insofar 30 as they come within the scope of the appended claims and equivalents thereof.
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In addition to the large speaker positioned within the chamber, arcuate members have been provided with a plurality of ~peakers positioned to direct sound at the patient's head, the sound consisting of multi-channel or single channel sound. U.S. Patent No. 4,124,249 to Abbeloos shows such a sound transmitting system.
In general, typical sound tables either bombard a patient with sound orig1nating from speakers posi~ioned as those in the pair of arcuate members of Abbeloos, or vibrate a patient by direct contact between a patient's body and a table surface made to vibrate through the production of sound waves.
_ummarY of the Invention The present invention contemplates a new and improved vibra~ional sound table which overcomes the above-referenced problems and provides users with an even and whole-body application of sound energy.
According to the present invention, a sQund bed is provided having a hollow chamber with sound genera-ting elements disposed within. Perforations in alignment with the endocrine system allow the sound to escape from the chamber and impact the body of the user.
A primary advantage of the present invention resides ~n the ability to overcome the problems associated with vibration tablas using the techniques described above.
An advantage of the present invention is a therapeutic sound table for generating sound waves in alignment with the endocrine system of the body. The multiple sound sources of the instant system provides for whole-body therapy for a more efficient, even, and beneficial treatment.
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~ ~ ~ 3 rJ ~h~ 8 , Another advantage of the present invention is a vibrational sound table f`or applying both direct and indirect energy waves at a patient's body in alignment with the endocrine system. Small passageways opening through the table top immediately adjacent speakers internal to the table and within a sound chamber cavity provide for the application of direct sound energy waves.
Other openings in the vibrational sound table top provide for focusing indirect sound energy waves from ~ithin a cavity of the table to the patient's body.
Still yet another advantage of the present invention is a pair of head sets for use by both the patient and the technician administering the treatment to protect against the bombardment of sound upon the ears.
Yet still further, ~nother advantage is a multitude of light sources, strobed at the natural rapid eye movement (R.E.M.) frequency, for stimulating the visual senses while sound therapy is administered to the patient's body.
Brie~ Description o the Drawinqs The invention may take physical form in certain parts and arrangement of parts, a preferred embodiment of which will be described in detail in the specification and illu~trated in the accompanying drawings which form a part hsreof and wherein similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views.
FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the therapeutic sound table of the invention;
FIGURE 2 is a top view of the upper torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 3 is a top view o~ the lower torso , .
chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 9 is a perspective and lexploded view of the upper torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGURE 5 is a perspective and exploded view of the lower torso chamber of the sound bed;
FIGVRE 6 is a schematic of the electrical connections of the vibrational sound table;
FIGURE 7 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of the vibrational sound table of the invention.
Desaription of the Preferred Embodiment~
Referring now to the drawings, where:in the showings are for the purposes of illustrating the preferred embodiments of the invention only, and not for the purposes of limiting same, the FIGURES show a VI~RATIOMAL ~OUND ~ABLE in alignment with the endocrine system of the body.
Referring first to FIGURE 1, a vibrational sound table lo is shown as being supported by six legs 16.
Incorporated within the vibrational sound table lo is a stereo sound source 18 which is shown in the preferred embodiment as being a typical auto sound system having a stereo output and a cassette or compact disk player. The stereo sound source 1~ is powered by a power supply 22 which converts ordinary household power from 120 volt AC
to 12 volt DC power. The power supply 22 provides for both a power conVerSioJl and for electrical isolation between the vibrational sound table 10 and the household power. A skirt may be provided to enclose the legs within and to contain sound produced from the bottom surface of the bed.
Still re~erring to FIGURE 1, the vibrational sound table 10 is shown as comprising two sections. An upper torso section 12 is a rectangular box-shaped chamber made to support a patient's upper torso including head, shoulders, arms and chest. The lower torso section 14 is similarly a rectangular box-shaped chamber made to support a patient's lower torso including hips and legs. Each of the sections 12 and 14 are independent and sealed on all six sides save for tuned perforations described below, to provide for isolation between the sound generating elements disposed within. Additionally, each of the sections 12, 14 are made of wood in the preferred embodiment, but other material having similar sound deadening characteristlcs may be used.
With continued reference to FIGU~E 1, the upper torso section 12 is covered with a durable covering 31 which is separated from the upper torso section 12 itself by an interstitial foam pad (not shown) for the comfort of the patient. Likewise, the lower torso section 14 is covered first with the foam pad, then with the durable covering 31.
Referring to FIGURES 1-5 in general, but with particular reference to FIGURE 1, the covering 31 is provided wlth a plurality of per~orations 30 which in general outline a "stick man" figure or silhouette of a patient lying upon the table 10. Each of the perforations are made to define a tuned passage through the covering ~1, the pad, and a top layer of the upper and lower sections 12 and 14. In this way, sound originating from within each section 12 and 14, may escape through the perforations 30. Clusters of perforations 30 define areas of the sections 12, 14 having eith r a large speaker 40 or a small speaker 42 for emitting direct sound waves therethrough. In the preferred embodiment, the large ~. ~ , . . .
speakers are five (5) inch speakers, and the small speakers are three and one-half (3.5~ inch speakers.
Other size combi.nations are possible based upon application. Perforations 30 not clustered into groups are for emitting indirect sound waves generated by the large and small speakers 40, ~2, which sound ricochets within a chamber created between the section tops 50l 54 and the section layers 53, 57 respectively, by the spacing created by the foam insulator 34.
In general, the perforations 30 are made to correspond with the endocrine system of a patient lying upon the table 10 for complete, whole-body therapy. As can be seen from FIGURE 1, a patient lying upon the table lo is totally immersed in sound waves from head to toe for maximum effectiveness of the sound energy waves.
Application of sound energy in this manner causes a multitude of positive ef~ects including a sensation of relaxation.
Referring now to FIGURES 2 and 4, the upper torso section 12 is shown from a top and perspective view illustrating the upper torso section top 50. A large speaker 40A is made to be positioned directly under the head o~ a patien-t lying upon the table 10. Another large speaker 40B is made to lie beneath the patient's left shoulder and large speaker 40C is made to lie beneath the patient's right shoul~er. Other large and small speakers 40, ~2 are arranged as indicated in the FIGURE to generate sound waves for direct application through clusters of perforations 30 formed in the pad, covering 31, and the upper torso section layer 5 . Per~ora~ions 30 formed ln the upper torso section layer 53 not directly adjacent the speakers 40, 92 are ~or permitting indirect sound to emit from the chamber created by khe foam insulator 34 between ~3~
the layer 53 and the top ~0, so as to be administered to a patient's upper torso.
FIGURE 4 is a perspective view of the upper torso section 12 shown in FIGURE 2. The FIGURE
illustrates an upper torso section top 50, an upper torso section bottom 51, upper torso section sides 52, foam insulator 34, and upper torso section layer 53. The bottom and sides 51, 52 are solid and the top 50 is formed with sized holes for receiving the large and small speakers 40, 42. An upper torso section layer S3 is received over the upper torso section top 50 and is made of Luan (Phillipine mahogany) in the preferred embodiment.
The upper torso section layer 53 is provided with per~orations 30 which correspond to areas of the upper torso chamber top 50 which are either large speaker holes 41, or small speaker holes 43. Indirect sound channels 44 are created where the perforations do not match with the holes ~, 43. A large speaker 40 is received into the upper torso section 12 at,each large speaker hole 41.
Likewise, a small speaker 42 is received into the upper torso section 12 at each small speaker hole 43. Clusters o~ perforations 30 through the upper torso section layer 53 correspond to locations in the upper torso section top 50 having larye or small speakers 40, 42. As is evident from the FIGURE, large and small speakers ~0, 42 generate sounds which are directed through the upper torso section top 50 and perforations in the upper torso section layer 53 and through corresponding holes in the pad 32 and covering 31. Sound which is generated by the large and small speakers 40, 42 but confined to the chamber created by the ~oam insulator 34 may escape throuyh the indirect sound channels 44 which permit for a sound 'llea~age" from the chamber and through the upper torso section layer 53, ' ~ ` ! . ' , ', . ~ ' . :
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pad 32, and covering 31. Foam insulator also provides for an insulation between the top 50 and the layer 53.
Referring now to FIGURES 3 and 5, the lower torso section 14 is shown haviny a single large speaker 40 and eight small speakers 42 arranged in alignment with the lymphatic and endocrine system of the lower torso o~ a patient lying upon the table 10. The lower torso section 14 is formed having a lower torso section top 54, bottom 55, sides 56, insulator 34, and perforated layer 57.
Perforations 30 are created in the top 54, layer 57, pad 32, and covering 31 in the manner described above with respect to the upper torso section 12 to provide for both direct and indirect application of sound through the chamber created by the insulator 34.
During the manufacturiny stage, the upper and lower torso sections 12 and 14 are connected together in an arrangement shown in FIGURE 1, and are provided with legs 16. Also, the speakers 40, 42 are connected to a channel output of the stereo sound source 18. The two sections 12, 14 may further be made as one contiguous unit rather than in two separate sections as illustrated.
Referring now to FIGURE 6, an electrical schematic is shown of the connection between the large and small speakers ~o, 42 received into the upper and lower torso sections 12 and ~4. A power supply converts househ~ld alternating current to DC current at a voltage level compatible with the stereo sound source 18. rrhe ! stereo sound source 18 outputs two channels of stereo sound with ~ront and rear outputs each includiny both channels. rrhe left and right rear channel output i5 directed to an equalizer 19 which may be provided with an amplifier for amplifying the output signal of the stereo sound source 18. The equalizer output is distributed in ~; . . . ,~ ., :
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a parallel/series connection as shown. Other connection arrangements may be used based upon particular circumstances. The left and right front channel output o~
the stereo sound source 18 is directed to a pair of jacks 21 which are used in conjunction with a pair of headsets 20, one headset 20 being provided for use by the patient and the second headset being provided for use by the therapist.
The headsets are used to totally block outside noise from being heard by the user and create a total environment allowing the audio as well as the vibrational experience. Similar experience is provided to the therapist while simultaneously affording the therapist with the content of the output of the stereo sound source 18. The volume and frequency of each of the speakers may be individually controlled through separate amplifier controls to adjust for variances between physical stature and size of the patient receiving treatment.
Referring now to FIGURE 7, a second embodiment ~0 of a vibrational sound table 100 is illustrated having an overhead upper torso section 112, and an overhead lower torso section 119. The overhead sections 112, 114 are made to be the mirror images of the sections 12, 1~
illustrated in FIGURE 1 with respect to the arrangement of large and small speakers 40, 42. The exception to this mirror image configuration is in the area immediately adjacent a patient's viewing area, which in the embodiment ~hown in FIGURE 7 comprises a light screen 116 which is capable of displaying a multitude of colors to stimulate the vi~ual sen~es of the patient. The light screen 116 may be pulsed at the natural rapid eye movement (R.E.M~) frequenry for enhanced effectiveness In addition, the overhead sections 112, 114 are provided longitudinally ~ i , " ,, , ~ , $
with llght bars 118 which generate a multitude of light colors. Tha light bars 118 may be strobed or sequenced between the various colors, or permitted to remain in a fixed arrangement for the constant di~play of a particular color. The light screen 116 may be substituted with a light mask or light glasses which may be worn by the patient over the eyes to thereby stimulate the visual senses. The overhead sections 112, 114 are hinged along the longitudinal direction of the table 100 as by a hinge 10 120. Since the person's body does not rest upon the overhead sections 112, 114, the pad 3~ used in conjunction with the sections 12, 14 may be dispensed with. ~lowever, for aesthetic purposes, the covering 31 is secured to the overhead sections 112, 114. Otherwise, the overhead upper 15 torso section 112 is formed according to the six sided upper torso section 12 including the arrangement of large and small speakers 40, 42 and arrangement of perforations 30. The embodiment shown in FIGURE 7 provides for a effective immersion into direct and indirect contact with 20 sound energy waves from head to toe, and on all sides of a patient. The overhead sections 112, 114 may be curved concave as shown or may be a flat surface. Additionally, the sections 12, 14 may also be upwardly curved concave surfaces for full "wrap-around" effect.
The invention has been described with reference to the preferred embodiments. Obviously, modifications and alterations will occur to others upon a reading and understanding of this specification. It is our intention to include all such modifications and alterations insofar 30 as they come within the scope of the appended claims and equivalents thereof.
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Claims (6)
1. A therapeutic vibrational sound table comprising:
a hollow housing having a first side with at least one perforation for direct communication of sound waves from within the housing to the outside of the housing;
an apertured member substantially parallel the first side and spaced from the first side by a spacer defining a cavity;
at least one sound producing means, received within the housing, for converting source signals into the sound waves;
sound source means for generating the source signals.
a hollow housing having a first side with at least one perforation for direct communication of sound waves from within the housing to the outside of the housing;
an apertured member substantially parallel the first side and spaced from the first side by a spacer defining a cavity;
at least one sound producing means, received within the housing, for converting source signals into the sound waves;
sound source means for generating the source signals.
2. The table of claim 1 wherein the at least one sound producing means is received within the housing immediately adjacent the at least one perforation.
3. The table of claim 2 wherein the aperatured member comprises a first set of perforations substantially in alignment with an endocrine system of an organic structure supported on the table.
4. The table of claim 2 wherein the aperatured member comprises a first set of perforations immediately adjacent the at least one sound producing means.
5. The table of claim 4 wherein the aperatured member comprises a first set of perforations immediately adjacent the at least one sound producing means and a second set of perforations not immediately adjacent the at least one sound producing means.
6. The table of claim 5 further comprising a strobed light source.
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| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
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| CA 2033748 Abandoned CA2033748A1 (en) | 1991-01-02 | 1991-01-08 | Vibrational sound table |
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| Country | Link |
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| CA (1) | CA2033748A1 (en) |
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1991
- 1991-01-08 CA CA 2033748 patent/CA2033748A1/en not_active Abandoned
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