Proprietary Technology
Imprint uses an advanced non-invasive neurotechnology that helps the horse's brain to release, recover, and reset from detrimental effects of stress and trauma.
Exclusive licensing of Animal Sense Technology's (AST) neuromodulation device allows Imprint to serve equine. This technology is based on more than 30 years of human research, clinical trials and global application. Our unique experience in human brain neuromodulation (15 years) and human pharmaceutical clinical trials (25 years) has allowed us to transition this technology for use in equine. AST's simplified version of the human technology has gone through a decade of research to discover the optimal brain frequencies of equine.
Neurostimulation of the equine brain involves using targeted electrical impulses to influence brain activity, often to improve neurological function or address behavioral and cognitive issues in horses. By applying small, controlled electrical signals to specific areas of the brain, this technique can help regulate nerve activity, promote healing, and potentially improve conditions like anxiety, stress, or behavioral disorders. In some cases, it may also be used to support recovery from brain injuries or trauma. Neurostimulation works by stimulating the brain’s natural pathways, enhancing communication between nerve cells, and promoting better brain function. Although the practice is still evolving in the equine field, it shows promise as a non-invasive way to support brain health and improve overall well-being and performance in horses.
Exclusive licensing of Animal Sense Technology's (AST) neuromodulation device allows Imprint to serve equine. This technology is based on more than 30 years of human research, clinical trials and global application. Our unique experience in human brain neuromodulation (15 years) and human pharmaceutical clinical trials (25 years) has allowed us to transition this technology for use in equine. AST's simplified version of the human technology has gone through a decade of research to discover the optimal brain frequencies of equine.
Neurostimulation of the equine brain involves using targeted electrical impulses to influence brain activity, often to improve neurological function or address behavioral and cognitive issues in horses. By applying small, controlled electrical signals to specific areas of the brain, this technique can help regulate nerve activity, promote healing, and potentially improve conditions like anxiety, stress, or behavioral disorders. In some cases, it may also be used to support recovery from brain injuries or trauma. Neurostimulation works by stimulating the brain’s natural pathways, enhancing communication between nerve cells, and promoting better brain function. Although the practice is still evolving in the equine field, it shows promise as a non-invasive way to support brain health and improve overall well-being and performance in horses.
Horse A - The 1st generation system utilized sound to stimulate the harmony between the left and right sides of her brain. As a result, gut health improved and she became calm and relaxed during the session. Human earbuds were placed in her ears to allow her to hear tones associated with brain frequencies. Multiple protocols were run over 10-15 minutes. |
Peggy is receiving the 2nd generation of our technology utilizing extremely low electrical sensations. The brain's response is much faster and a typical protocol runs about four minutes. Most horses respond in 2-3 sessions. Equine that have experienced more physical or emotional trauma may require additional sessions. |
Our 1st & 2nd generation systems required powerful computers to operate, making mobility difficult. Our upcoming 3rd generation device can operate via a portable tablet and is robust for conducting sessions in the typical equine stable environment. When you move a vibrating tuning fork near a tuning fork at rest, the resting fork will begin to emulate the same frequency as the vibrating fork. In the same way, a horse's brain can sense the frequency we are producing to help activate its own proper brain frequencies. Masking - In humans, substances (ie drugs, prescription medications, supplements) can alter the signals coming from the brain. We have witnessed the same masking effects in horses. Horse owners often use substances to alleviate unwanted behaviors. It can take 1-2 sessions for the brain to reveal authentic brain activity not influenced by substances. After the unmasking, our technology has shown the ability to help the brain harmonize without substances. |
Sensitive human EEG electrodes are placed near precise areas of the head to read specific equine brain frequencies. The brain naturally produces electrical signals. Our electrodes have measured a horse’s brain naturally producing signals as high as 1,100 micro-volts. During our sessions, small electrical sensations that correspond to specific equine brain frequencies are produced by the electrodes. These sensations do not penetrate the skin and feel like a fly landing on a hair follicle. Only 500 micro-volts or .0005 volts are utilized when producing these sensations. A small AA battery produces 1,500,000 micro-volts. Like the tuning fork, the equine brain begins to emulate the desired frequency of the sensation produced by the electrode. As a result, the equine brain is able to harmonize and balance. Many other devices that are available to equine owners use electrical stimulations as high as 10-13 volts which equals 10-13.3 MILLION micro-volts! This amount of electrical stimulation penetrates the skin and skull. |
You have probably witnessed a horse that is 'stuck' in its ways. Since horses are a prey animal, they respond to perceived threats. When the threat or danger passes, a healthy brain returns to a state of balance or harmony called a 'Rest and Digest' state. However, if the horse experiences a significant stressor that overwhelms the system, or if it experiences a chronic or long-term stress, the brain can get "stuck" in a fight or flight state or a freeze response state. This is when stress becomes harmful to the brain and can negatively impact equine behavior and performance. Many equine conditions and behaviors can be the result of the brain being stuck in a fight or flight state or a freeze response state. If a horse's brain responds to the technology, it can release itself from a stuck state allowing many of these conditions and behaviors to subside or cease. If the horse experiences future significant physical and/or emotional trauma, the brain may need a tune-up session to re-harmonize itself. Because the horse has previously experienced Imprint sessions, the brain harmonizes quickly which allows for more immediate results. As a result of AST's technology, overall equine brain harmony can be improved. This can result in reduced anxiety, improved temperament and focus, increased behavioral compliance, access to reserve energy and endurance, and enhanced wellness and rest. |
AST's Technology has been developed by studying equine brain frequencies and patterns in real time. A similar technology has been used in humans for many years. Continued data collection will allow us to refine protocol development. Brain frequency data is collected at a rate of 500 times per second!
We have classified equine brain frequencies into 3 major groups: Behavior, Health, Performance. Characteristics include:
We have classified equine brain frequencies into 3 major groups: Behavior, Health, Performance. Characteristics include:
- Behavior (B1, B2, B3) - handling, compliance, focus, response to stimuli, fear.
- Health (H1, H2, H3) - regulation of body systems (nervous, digestive, circulatory), pain
- Performance (P1, P2, P3, P4) - Desire to do job, reserve energy and endurance. When performance frequencies are harmonized, reserve energy may be accessed which results in extended physical performance.