The Science ofSurgical Serenity
For over 40 years, we've pioneered the science of using music to naturally calm patients before, during, and after surgery—reducing anxiety, pain, and medication needs.
A Simple, Natural Solution for Surgical Anxiety
The American population receives anesthesia with great frequency. While medical science has advanced remarkably—reducing mortality from 1 in 10,000 to just 5 per million— the emotional and physiological stress of surgery remains a significant challenge.
48% of patients experience pre-operative anxiety, leading to higher medication needs, longer recovery times, and increased complications. We offer a proven, drug-free solution.
Understanding Rhythmic Entrainment
Our patented process harnesses a natural phenomenon where rhythmic pulses synchronize with nearby rhythms.
Heart Rate Sync
Music at 60-80 BPM naturally synchronizes with your resting heart rate, slowing it down.
Neural Pathway
Sound travels through the 8th cranial nerve directly to the brain's relaxation centers.
Breathing Rhythm
As heart rate calms, breathing naturally follows, activating the parasympathetic response.
Our Patented Process
Surgical Serenity Solutions puts purely instrumental music, carefully selected to match the tempo of a healthy resting heartbeat, onto lightweight, cordless pre-loaded headphones.
When patients listen, their heart rate and breathing quickly synchronize to the music's tempo. They calm down naturally and stay relaxed throughout surgery and into recovery—typically requiring less anxiety medication and experiencing decreased pain perception.
40 Years of Innovation in Music Medicine
Dr. Alice Cash begins clinical research in Music Medicine at University of Louisville School of Medicine
Development of perioperative music methodology begins
US Patent 7,431,689 granted for unique perioperative music process
First hospital implementations at Baptist East Hospital, Louisville
Expansion to Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins
International expansion to Middle East and African markets
Used in 1000+ hospitals worldwide with 25+ clinical studies
Trusted Worldwide
From Cleveland Clinic to hospitals across the Middle East and Africa, our pre-programmed headphones are helping patients experience calmer, more comfortable surgical experiences.
Meet the Experts Behind the Science
Our team of physicians, researchers, and music medicine specialists
Meet Our Team