Is Biosound Therapy Safe for Everyone? 7 Checks First
Last Updated: November 12, 2026
Quick Summary
Biosound therapy is not appropriate for everyone, so a clinician should review your individual circumstances before you start. It uses low-frequency sound and vibration through a specialized chair. Your health history, medications, and symptoms determine whether biosound therapy safe use fits you.
Talk to your doctor first if you are pregnant or might be.
Talk to your doctor first if you have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device.
Talk to your doctor first if you have a seizure disorder or epilepsy.
Tell your provider about any trauma history, since trauma can affect how a session feels.
Stop the session and tell your provider if you notice chest pain, trouble breathing, or a racing heartbeat.
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Is Biosound Therapy Safe for Everyone? The Short Answer
Is Biosound therapy safe for everyone? It is not appropriate for everyone, so a clinician should review individual circumstances first. It uses low-frequency sound and vibration through a specialized chair. This guide from Trauma and Anxiety Center of the Tampa Bay Area covers screening questions to ask first.
Our team at Trauma and Anxiety Center of the Tampa Bay Area offers Biosound therapy alongside EMDR for trauma and anxiety. Learn more on our Biosound Therapy System page and in Efficacy of Biosound Therapy System.
Safety depends on health history, medications, and symptoms, which a qualified clinician should review before any session.
Who Should Not Do Sound Therapy Without Medical Review
Some people need a medical review before trying sound therapy. Talk to your doctor first if any of these apply:
You are pregnant or think you might be
You have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device
You have a seizure disorder or epilepsy
You have recent injuries, unexplained pain, or a serious health condition
You take medications that affect your nervous system
Trauma can affect how a session feels, so tell your provider about any trauma history. Our team can coordinate your care, and you can explore EMDR as a trauma treatment option if sound therapy is not right. For cost and coverage, see Navigating Insurance for Therapy Services. (Source: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Some people need a medical review before trying sound therapy. These conditions call for a conversation with your doctor first.
Condition or situation | Action |
Pregnant or might be | Talk to your doctor first |
Pacemaker or implanted electronic device | Talk to your doctor first |
Seizure disorder or epilepsy | Talk to your doctor first |
Recent injuries or unexplained pain | Talk to your doctor first |
Serious health condition | Talk to your doctor first |
Medications affecting the nervous system | Talk to your doctor first |
Biosound Therapy Side Effects and What to Do If They Occur
Some people report tiredness, lightheadedness, or feeling emotionally raw after a session; tell your provider if these persist or worry you.
Stop the session and tell your provider if you notice chest pain, trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, or a seizure. Call 911 for emergencies (The 988 Lifeline and other mental health services). For ongoing concerns, contact our team.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should not do sound therapy?
People with certain medical conditions, implanted electronic devices such as pacemakers, pregnant individuals, and people with recent injuries or acute illness should not start sound-based therapy without first talking to a qualified healthcare provider. Anyone with a seizure history, severe cardiovascular conditions, or who is currently in acute crisis should disclose this before any session. A provider can review your health history and decide whether Biosound therapy is a reasonable addition to your care or whether another approach is safer.
Can Biosound therapy make anxiety or trauma symptoms worse?
Some people report feeling more emotional, restless, or unsettled after a session, especially early on or when the sessions touch on difficult material. These reactions are not the same for everyone, and research on Biosound therapy is still limited, so outcomes cannot be guaranteed. If symptoms increase or feel unmanageable, tell your provider promptly so the approach can be adjusted, paused, or combined with other supports.
What should I tell a provider before a Biosound therapy session?
Share your full medical history, current medications, any implanted devices, pregnancy status, recent surgeries or injuries, and any history of seizures, hearing problems, or psychiatric hospitalization. Also mention whether you are receiving other mental health treatment, since Biosound therapy is generally meant to complement, not replace, standard care. Ask what safety screening the provider uses and what you should do if you feel uncomfortable during a session.
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