Written by Marco Kärkkäinen, Psychotherapist and Founder of Neurosonic
Stress is not just a feeling – it’s a physiological state in the body. When cortisol levels remain high, the nervous system stays overactive and recovery is impaired. Neurosonic helps the body lower stress and restore balance naturally.
Cortisol and Nervous System Regulation
Cortisol is often known as the “stress hormone”, but its role in the body is much broader. It is part of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis, helping the body respond to challenges. While temporarily elevated cortisol levels are useful, chronic elevation can burden the body and mind, affecting sleep, motivation and overall wellbeing.
Vibration and Nervous System Regulation
Low-frequency vibration can help reduce cortisol levels and calm the nervous system. As the state of overactivation subsides, the body gains the opportunity to recover and find balance.
The central nervous system depends on inhibitory neurons to regulate activation. When inhibition weakens, the nervous system can become overloaded, leading to restlessness, anxiety, digestive issues, concentration problems and mood disturbances.
Cortisol, Dopamine and Inflammation
Long-term stress and high cortisol maintain a low-grade inflammation in the body. Dopamine, which the body uses to counteract inflammation, becomes depleted — leaving less available for maintaining motivation and emotional stability. When cortisol and inflammation decrease, dopamine levels normalize and mental clarity returns.
Cortisol and Sleep
Cortisol plays a significant role in sleep. Elevated levels can shorten sleep duration and reduce its restorative quality. Over time, this can contribute to weight gain, memory issues, anxiety, cardiovascular problems and reduced motivation. When stress decreases, sleep and recovery improve naturally.
Neurosonic and Natural Regulation
Through vibration, Neurosonic activates the parasympathetic nervous system — the body’s natural recovery mode. This can be observed as an increase in HRV (heart rate variability), indicating reduced stress and improved autonomic balance.
At its best, Neurosonic has both physiological and psychological effects: the body relaxes and the mind experiences deep calm. When these two align, recovery becomes holistic and sustainable.
Program Intensity and Balance
For optimal results, choosing the right program and intensity is key. The higher and more prolonged the stress, the gentler the start should be. Excessive stimulation may temporarily affect sleep quality, so gradual adjustment is important. Listening to the body is essential in finding the right balance.
In summary:
As cortisol levels drop and the nervous system balances, dopamine function normalizes. This restores motivation, mood and vitality. Neurosonic offers a natural and safe way to support the body’s own recovery mechanisms.
– Marco Kärkkäinen
Psychotherapist and Founder of Neurosonic