According to a release from the company, the study, titled "A Pilot Study of Integrated Listening Systems for Children With Sensory Processing Problems" published in the Journal of Occupational Therapy, Schools, & Early Intervention, Volume 8, Issue 3, found that participants showed physiological and behavioral improvement after a 40-hour iLs Program. "Thus, the iLs Program may be beneficial for school- or clinic-based intervention."
The iLs Program combines listening to acoustically processed music through specialized headphones while simultaneously doing balance, movement and visual activities. The study of the iLs Program was implemented without a therapist, mostly in an at-home environment. It involved having the seven participants complete the iLs Program four times per week at home, and once a week in clinic with a para-professional.
ABAS Test (Adaptive Behavior Assessment System) results showed improvement in all sub-categories, with significant improvement in communication and self-care. The BASC Test (Behavior Assessment System for Children) results showed significant changes in seven of the sub-tests, including hyperactivity, aggression, anxiety, depression, atypicality, adaptability and activities of daily living. This study states that there is "preliminary evidence that iLs is effective in ameliorating conditions for some of the children with sensory over-responsivity and auditory processing impairments...notable changes included following directions, completing daily tasks (e.g. homework, morning routine, putting away belongings) in a timely manner and reducing emotional outbursts."
iLs provides a multisensory program for improving brain function and emotional regulation while training the brain to process sensory information.