Ambient Therapy combines specially-recorded
sounds of nature with distinctive music
content that helps guide emotional
perceptions. Actualized through sophisticated
electronic
technology and based on recording algorithms,
the programs have the ability to mentally
transport patients from their hospital
rooms to a different and positive environment.
In doing so, Ambient Therapy counteracts
feelings of anxiety, isolation and
other negative distractions – replacing
them with an overall sense comfort
and well-being.
The ability of Ambience Therapy to
evoke an aesthetic experience also
rests with
the actual delivery, or “how” the
music is played. Here, Davis concentrated
on the environmental realities and
noise levels of hospital facilities
and patient
rooms. Working hand-in-hand with renowned
teaching, research and community-based
hospital networks, Davis and his team
created a prototype design unit and
accompanying surround sound configuration
that is
unlike traditional music therapy applications.
The Ambient Therapy System (ATS) is
based on the experiences and feedback
of surgeons, physicians, nurses and
hospital staff. The portable, all-inclusive
unit
can be easily integrated into any structural
setting – bringing with it the
power of applied psychoacoustics. The
result is the transformation of any space
into an area which places occupants into
a new “perceptual reality”,
an environment which is soothing, comforting
and enhances the healing process.
The applicability of Ambient Therapy
has already been demonstrated in selective
uses within operating areas, children’s
cancer units and specialty oncology
needs. The system is being placed in
expanded
usage within the community-based Alegent
Health Systems in Omaha, Nebraska,
with further reinforcement through
a significant
research study being conducted by Alegent
and noted national consultants.
Just as Davis revolutionized the recording
industry and went on to form his own
business model and independent record
label, his newest undertaking, Ambience
Medical, is poised to help transform
the treatment of the whole individual.
With patent protection pending, the Ambient
Therapy System will soon be available
nationwide as Davis and Ambience Medical
enhance and support the efforts of progressive
medical institutions in achieving a new
level of patient care and service.