Sound Impact on Health and Rehabilitation
The impact of sound on the human body is enormous. There are different types of sound vibrations that have both positive and negative effects on health. In this review, sound is considered as a factor that is important for regulating the state of human health, with an emphasis on its cognitive functions and mental activity. It also describes technologies for the use of sound in the treatment of neurological diseases, anxiety and depressive conditions, and in restoring the functioning of patients. The influence and use of sound is considered at different levels of its manifestation: ultrasound, infrasound, white noise, sounds of nature and music. A great potential of sound exposure has been found in the treatment of neurological diseases, mental disorders, pain syndromes, as well as in improving cognitive functions. It is proposed to introduce sound monitoring and music therapy as an important element of rehabilitation medicine.