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Introduction to iLs
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Parents & Adult Users
What is Integrated Listening Systems?
A Multi-Sensory Approach to
Improving Brain Function
• Specifically processed music
• Custom made auditory equipment
and headphones
• Physical movement
• Visual activities
iLs is a Complementary Program
• An alterative, safe, natural program
performed in clinics, homes or schools
• A complement to other therapies and
programs such as: OT, Speech and
Language, PT, tutoring, computer tools, ABA,
DIR Floortime, RDI etc.
• Does not conflict with medication
Areas of Improvement
iLs helps accelerate gains in:
• Auditory Processing
• Sensory Processing
• Academics
• Attention
• Sleep
• Sound Sensitivity
• Speech & Articulation
• Emotional Regulation
• Self Confidence
• Social Skills
EFFICACY AND RESEARCH
• Autism: study conducted by Dr. Teresa May Benson (Spiral
Foundation, September 2012), showed significant improvement in
social/behavioral, sensory processing, motor and language skills
• Literacy: Controlled university study of 64 disadvantaged
children showed a 2-year gain in reading after three-month
program
• Auditory Processing: Clinical data show over ~80% success
rate remediating auditory processing difficulties, traditionally
considered “a lifetime condition”
• Learning & Attention: Denver pilot study of 20 children resulted
in 90% success rate (“success” = special-educ kids were
mainstreamed and/or experienced substantial qualitative
attention and behavioral improvement)
Research data can be found at www.integratedlistening.com/research
CURRENT RESEARCH
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): Drs. Sarah Schoen and Lucy Jane
Miller are measuring the effects of iLs on arousal and auditory processing in
SPD children.
ADHD & Sleep: A study measuring the effect of the iLs Pillow on those with
ADHD and sleep difficulties
Autism & Sleep: A study measuring the effect of the iLs Pillow on those
with ASD and sleep difficulties
Stroke: A study looking at the effect of iLs on stroke victims is being
planned for Fall 2012.
MTBI: A study measuring the effects of iLs on those with mild brain injury is
being planned for Fall 2012.
Balance and Fall Risk: A study measuring the efficacy of iLs to improve
balance among the senior population begins in October 2012.
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How Does iLs Work?
Think Neuroplasticity…
Stimulation Builds New Neural Connections
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Neuroplasticity is ability of the brain to
change given specific stimulation
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Neurons are activated through
sensory input from our environment
iLs provides simultaneous, multi-sensory
stimulation to areas of the brain involved in emotional regulation,
sensory processing, learning and communication.
A FOUNDATION IS NEEDED
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A strong foundation is needed before we can improve
cognitive functions such as language and learning
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iLs begins by emphasizing sub-cortical processing
(bottom-up) from the brain stem and cerebellum
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When sub-cortical processing is efficient, tutoring and
other cognitive-based methods are more effective, and
they “stick”
iLs Equipment
• Customized headphones
• Air and bone delivery
• Mini-amplifier
Powers headphones
• iPod/Nano
Loaded with music
• Waist pack
• 2 Chargers includedfor iPod & amp, no batteries needed
Bone Conduction
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Major feature of the therapeutic effect of sound lies in the
natural ability of the bones to conduct sound
Stimulates the vestibular system
Influences:
regulation, spatial
awareness, balance,
coordination and body
organization
Calming influence
Integration Kit
Included with all iLs Systems
• Playbook (movement guide book)
• Balance Board –
Integrating balance,
strengthening & focus
• Visual tracking equipment
• hanging ball
• bouncing ball
• bean bags
Why Combine Auditory,
Visual & Movement?
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Provides training of inter-related systems
Develops timing and a smooth interaction between the
vestibular, visual and cerebellar systems
More effective than listening alone
INTERACTIVE LANGUAGE
Functional Language & Auditory Processing Skills
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Children songs
Vocal production: i.e. humming, singing
Repeating words, phrases, tongue twisters
Filtered Words
Auditory memory
Auditory figure ground
Dichotic listening
The iLs Pillow
• Originally developed to provide bone conducted music to
young children with autism
• Clinical testing shows three major
areas of influence:
– Improving sleep
– Reducing stress
– Reducing auditory sensitivity
(preparation for iLs headphone system)
• Popular with adults as well as children
• Available as a Pillow Insert, October 1st
iLs Program Structure
• Sessions length: 30-60 minutes
– 20 minutes of each session includes movement activities while
listening
– Remainder of session we recommend relaxing activities such as
puzzles, Legos, walking, yoga, etc.
• Frequency: 3-5 sessions per week
• Program length: varies per person, most are 40-60
sessions
– Repeating programs usually improves results, “the more, the better”
Professional Feedback
Lucy Jane Miller, PhD, OTR/L
Author, Sensational Kids
Founder, Sensory Processing Disorder
Foundation
“At STAR Center our therapists use iLs for a few key reasons:
1) It can be customized to each individual’s needs
2) The bone conduction is a wonderful vestibular supplement
3) iLs seems to ‘jump start’ many children’s developmental changes….
4) We use it with most of our children in clinic
5) We often combine home use of iLs with clinical programs.”
Professional Feedback
Edward Hallowell, MD,
Harvard Medical School faculty,
child and adult psychiatrist, ADHD
expert, Driven to Distraction author
“Our centers consistently see excellent results with iLs with
regard to attention and learning problems. iLs works at a
neurological level so it’s a great complement to the behavioral,
cognitive and medical approaches we use at Hallowell Centers…
Even the best therapy only works if you actually stick with it, so
the fact that iLs is not only effective but is fun and can be done at
home makes it extremely appealing.”
In Summary
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iLs has trained 3,000 US therapists & is used in over 15
countries
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iLs is a safe therapy which complements other programs
used by educators and therapists
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iLs has a global effect on the brain; affecting sub-cortical
areas involved in regulation & motor skills also higher order
functions such as language and cognitive skills
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iLs is a FUN program!