Sound and Vibrational Healing: There is a large and growing group of Scientists, Medical Professionals, Health and Wellness Practitioners and others exploring sound and vibration effects on the body. This ranges from modern science labs testing effects of musical pulse tones on the cellular level, to practitioners of ancient healing arts using crystals, tuning forks, crystal or singing bowls, sound chambers and others all involve the stimulation of the body or specific body parts with musical note tones and vibration.
While Vocalize Yourself is a simple workout for the vocal system, it is based in these concepts. In addition to absorbing external sound and vibration stimulation vocalizing adds the internal stimulation through guttural vocal expression. In researching and assembling this program I became aware of the position/location of both the Vagus Nerve, and the major glands of the Endocrine System.
The Vagus nerve runs from the base of the brain down through the throat/vocal chords by the heart and lungs and into the stomach and digestive system. Implants to stimulate the Vagus nerve have been used to treat Epilepsy and related symptoms. Stimulating the nerve also seems to help relive anxiety, blood pressure, depression, inflammation, and other symptoms that have a profound effect on the body.
The Endocrine System contains many glands that regulate numerous body functions. Think of the location/position of several of these major glands and their functions. In the Cranial or Crown area the Pituitary Gland effects growth, blood pressure, water/salt kidney balance, temperature regulation, and pain. In the central area of the brain the Pineal Gland/Epithalamus effect the brain, sleep, imagination, and Melatonin production. In the throat area the Thyroid Gland effects hormones influencing metabolic rate and Protein synthesis. Near the Heart the Thymus Gland produces T-Cells for the adoptive immune system. In the area of the Solar Plexus/Spleen the Pancreas produces insulin, Glucagon, and digestive enzymes. The Adrenal Gland produces mineral corticoids.
All of these glands as well as the Vagus nerve are located in the same area of the body as the major components of the vocal system. Does regular and consistent exercise of the vocal system have a positive influence on these major parts and systems of the body and the associated health conditions?