Domains of application of the PSiO
Performance
Meditation
Music
Relaxation
PSIO 1.1
How does it work ?
PSIO is a pair of glasses fitted with
an MP3 player generating colored
The colors stimulate your mind
and puts your thoughts on
‘pause’. During long sessions,
your attention is first in a floating
stimulations.
state then at rest.
The PSiO effect
How does it work ?
3 actions operate either
simultaneously or in part
- Colored light
- Audio & Visual rythms
- Voices
Relaxation
Meditation
Performance
Music
Welcome to PSIO PLANET!
A new world of applications is available for discovery by PSiO buyers. Recently, Nasa has purchased PSiO for stress
management of the engineer team. The PSiO is a new device that comes in the form of a pair of glasses chock full
of high-tech electronics that emit coloured light and pulsating sound.
They are applications for your well-being and a return to equilibrium in a constantly changing world. But there's
more to it!
There are four families of PSIO applications and, in a way, four states of mind for its use:
- Relaxation
- Meditation
- Performance
- Music
The mind naturally follows four modes of operation, a bit like the ones controlled by the buttons of a video
machine. The result is a major increase in personal abilities. Starting with the four levels of
consciousness, generated and maintained by the stimulation produced by the glasses, there are
dozens of programmes with different themes:
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For example, stress management for headaches
This is one of the many applications of the relaxation mode
(with suggestive voices, cool music and nature sounds)
For example, inducing sleep
One of the many possibilities of the meditation mode
(by voice, suggestion and relaxation music)
Creation of a state promoting memorisation
One of the seven applications of the performance mode
(with sound and coloured lights)
Energising with coloured music from Claude Challe
An application of the music mode. Claude Challe is the creator of the "Buddha Bar" record
label.
(Music bathed in dazzling colours).
You have to try the PSIO to understand to what extent it takes the mind...elsewhere. In an inner
world, where it stops rumination completely, it is without a doubt the new way, par excellence, to
intelligently recuperate and recover faster, regardless of the mode selected. Its only side effect is
the common denominator of all of the states of mind it generates (!): that is, undeniable
ENERGISING power!
The PSIO sets itself apart from all of the chemical methods that were the only way to achieve
these types of effects until now. It’s harmless and can be used as many times as needed.
The PSIO is the result of the researchs done by Stéphane Dumonceau-Krsmanovic in applied sports psychology
at the University of Brussels 20 year’s ago. After several models along the years (generally an electronic
console connected to a pair of glasses equipped of red diods, an headphone and a CD player) , the PSIO project
has been developped through a new company, PSYCHOMED.com SA, with an international aura.
For a perfect light stimulation PSYCHOMED has worked with the laboratory of Prof Habraken, a professor of
Optical Physics at the University of Liege. Already known for his collaboration with the Belgian space centre
(which is making the mirror for the famous James Web space telescope), Prof Habraken's work and his many
light reflection patents caught the attention of the research team at PSYCHOMED It’s a revolutionary device,
now an ALL IN ONE product, that comes in the form of futuristic glasses. The result was that PSYCHOMED and
Liege University decided to jointly file an international patent for the new invention.
Professeur Habraken
Stéphane Dumonceau
Concepteur
Psychomed.com SA
With 20 years of clinical experience in university hospitals and four years of research and development,
PSYCHOMED has initiated the international launch of the PSIO, MP3-Color Player for private use.
The world of relaxation through sound and colour will now be coming to our homes... !
Hormones and light stimulation
Adrenaline, Serotonin and Cortisol are generated via the light stimulation when it is inhibating melatonin, adenosin
and orexins (sleep and physiological rest hormones). From these observations, are now existing several lines of clocks
by light replacing classicals clocks by sounds. Moreover since the eighties searcher realized that missing light was a
possible explanation to mood troubles.
Melatonin inhibition and light spectrum
Optimal spectrum for melatonin inhibition
In 2000 years, Dr Brainard precise that the optimal action spectrum of the light for the melatonin inhibition was
between 460 nm and 485 nm (= blue light).
Finally, Georges Brainard team from the Thomas Jefferson University has discovered that among the full spectrum light
it was the 470 nm blue light which has the most powerful efficiency for the inhibition of melatonin, the sleep hormone.
When the red, orange and yellow had no influence on this secretion.
Discovery of the eyes non visual system for circadian cycle regulation
Human retinal
photoreceptor cells
Light sensing structure of the
photoreceptors appears bright
green (Vann Bennett Lab)
In 2002, David Berson de Brown University discovered the MELANOPSIN pigment in the retinal tissue, just in front of
the rods and cons. This pigment was indeed specifically sensitive to the blue light. This photosensitive pigment is thus
transmitting the light to the brain via a non visual system (opposite to the visual system of rods and cons). This
scientific team has also discovered that this non visual system was also responsible of the regulation of the biologic
clock as well as the level of vigilance and the alerting system. Memory, attention span, reaction times, alertness,
learning ability and cognitive processes all perform much better under blue light. In fact, a study by Dr. Lehrl and
colleagues in Germany showed an immediate improvement in learning process equivalent to a 5 points increase in I.Q.
Dominant wave length of Psio's blue light emitting diode (Osram)
For information, the diodes equipping the PSIO have a blue light with a dominant wave length of 470 nm.
Blue light optimal power (lux)
Concerning the necessary power of the light, it has been discovered that very low levels of blue light have similar effect
than 50 time the intensity of a full spectrum light ! Optimal blue light intensity is from 15 to 18 lux.
Example of suppression of melatonin has been done with a half result for a 25 time less lux intensity:
PSIO Blue light power (lux)
The measurement of blue light to 470 nm emitted by PSIO 1.1 is 16.2 lux which is a quite good
illumination for the NV system of melanopsin photosensitive receptors.
Illuminance measurement
Measured results
Wavelenght measurement
Colored light and PSIO sessions
Sessions for awakening, concentration and creativity are thus build using such color wavelength when suggestion
programs are using warm colors (Red, orange and yellow) having no influence on the melatonin inhibition from one
side and from another side are the best colors passing through the eyelids (being admitted that during long suggestion
sessions, after several relaxation exercises and induction of letting go for the attention, eyelids automatically close).
Most of the "performance" applications sessions of the PSIO can thus be a significant help for students or business
people during intensive intellectual period as the level of vigilance can be stimulated as well as creativity, alertness and
concentration. The session will be done in the morning even in bed before to wake up totally or after the lunch as a
strong power nap.
Complementary, the letting go sessions and restful suggestions sessions (when the cortical brain is rested) proposed in
the "Balance" section can be used as a recuperation solution as well as an optimal state for enhance memorization and
improve data processing. The sessions will be done in afternoon or before the night as a relaxation session before to
sleep.
Most artificial lights contain very little or NO ‘blue’ coloured light with wavelength 470 nm. This explains why people
who work indoors and are mostly exposed to artificial light may witness sleep disorders and jet lag. The circadian cycle
is completely shifted due to a drastic change in the lifestyle of people which have shifted from an outdoor life to an
indoor existence, thus bringing the average amount of daylight received in a day to an insufficient level. The National
Sleep Foundation found that 50% of adults are now unable to awaken naturally without an alarm clock (often
programmed several times).
It has been studied that, to resynchronize the biological clock, it is necessary to be exposed to blue light on an average
of 15 minutes every day (morning or afternoon) with also longer exposure sessions (15-30 min), or simply two sessions
per day, at the beginning. Although the biological clock is slightly variable from one person to another, it is advisable to
proceed to light stimulation in the morning (located around 6am to 8am) or in the afternoon.
(The PHILLIPS website ‘www.lightherapy.com’ offers a test to better understand our own biological clock and thus the
best time for a light stimulation session)
Medical
Our technology is so relaxing that it can be used to replace or reduce painkillers and sedatives that are normally
administered alongside local or loco-regional anesthesia to counter stress during surgery. The RELAXATION serial is
ideally suited for people about to undergo painful examinations with uncertain diagnosis, expectant mothers, people
suffering from anxiety-driven sleep disorders and people with heart, gastric or respiratory problems. And this list is by
no means exhaustive!
Preventive medicine clinics in Belgian Ministries have already added our techniques to their therapeutic protocol.
Since 1990, the technology used in the PSiO has been widely used in hospitals in Europe and abroad (Asia, U.S., Latin
America, etc.).
Examples of results in hospital settings:
Recovery Rooms
In July 1994, our technology were used in the recovery room of a university hospital in
Brussels. 94% of the patients asked for more! Given the excellent results, spending on
relaxation equipment doubled in December 1994, only six months after the initial
purchase. "Some of the postoperative pain and complications are directly caused by
anxiety," reports the head doctor! The rate of vomiting, which used to be 35% to 40% on
average, fell to 12%! Heart-related complications went from 14.4% to 2.3% and respiratory
complications dropped from 6% to 0.3%! All things considered, 25% of the patients suffer
less!"
(Le Vif l'Express, 4 November 1994 issue)
Sleep Laboratory
Audio-visual stimulation has been used to treat sleep disorders. It is an excellent
tool for sleep laboratories because it allows patients to empty their minds and
gently fall asleep.
(Sleep Laboratory, Dr. H., Brussels University's Hospital)
Locoregional Anesthesia
"In 1989, Dr. Diebold (surgeon) and Dr. Litchinko (anaesthetist) were the very first to introduce our
anti-stress technology in surgery. Their experience covers over 10,000 operations where 96% of the
patients enthusiastically embraced the technique. As a result, lower doses of analgesics and
sedatives were needed alongside anesthesia. In some cases, they were not needed at all!" (RTL TOP
SANTE February 1994). Dr. Lisoir and Dr. Litchinko have designed three RELAXATION recordings to be
listened to before, during and after the operation. "There has been a general level of satisfaction:
- Patients feel good before, during and after the operation.
- Surgeons can operate without being disturbed by sudden movements caused by patient
discomfort.
- The anesthetist contributes to patient well-being by reducing the doses of toxic drugs. He
enriches the therapeutic relationship before and during the operation.
- Hospital stays are shorter because patients experience fewer postoperative complications.
(Dr. Litchinko "SAVOIR PLUS SANTE", a T.V. program by André Decloset, France2, 1995)
Dentistry
"With Audio-visual stimulation, the patient's attention is distracted from the dental act. Time seems
to go by faster and there is less anxiety and pain. The dentist can also work without worrying about
patient scrutiny."
(Dentist L., Brussels (Report on 55 patients, May 1995)
Preventive Medicine
“Audio-visual stimulation is an excellent anti-stress tool. Patients are satisfied and regularly
practice this type of relaxation to defuse chronic stress."
(Dr. G. head of the preventive medicine clinic of a Belgian Ministry, Portuguese Radio Television, April 1995)