Abstract: A computerized system and method for modifying a pre-existing hypnotic script into a custom-made script for use in self-sedation by a user is disclosed. In one sense, the system can collect an input from a user specifying a desired time length and automatically adjust the playback length to accommodate the user by snippet selection and replacement from a collection of snippets stored in a memory. Snippet selection may be based on a variety of factors, which include a user's particular style preferences determined through an indirect analysis.

Abstract: A computerized system and method for modifying a pre-existing hypnotic script into a custom-made script for use in self-sedation by a user is disclosed. In one sense, the system can collect an input from a user specifying a desired time length and automatically adjust the playback length to accommodate the user by snippet selection and replacement from a collection of snippets stored in a memory. Snippet selection may be based on a variety of factors, which include a user's particular style preferences determined through an indirect analysis.

Abstract: A computerized system and method for automatic assembly of a customized hypnotic or therapeutic media file is disclosed. An application collects information from a user, such as a goal to be met or a challenge to be overcome. The application may collect an audio snippet from the user and/or allow the user to record an audio snippet for insertion into the media file. The application may select components of the media file based on user inputs to indirect or direct questions. The application will generate the media file from pre-recorded and user-supplied components into a media file based, at least in part, on a time length supplied by the user. The application may be able to further adjust playback of the media file in real time so as to shorten or lengthen the file from a previously recorded playback length, while still maintaining internal cohesion and certain key message components.

Abstract: A computerized system and method for automatic assembly of a customized hypnotic or therapeutic media file is disclosed. An application collects information from a user, such as a goal to be met or a challenge to be overcome. The application may collect an audio snippet from the user and/or allow the user to record an audio snippet for insertion into the media file. The application may select components of the media file based on user inputs to indirect or direct questions. The application will generate the media file from pre-recorded and user-supplied components into a media file based, at least in part, on a time length supplied by the user. The application may be able to further adjust playback of the media file in real time so as to shorten or lengthen the file from a previously recorded playback length, while still maintaining internal cohesion and certain key message components.

Abstract: A percutaneous filter system for providing temporary filtering of emboli from the blood is disclosed, the filter system including a delivery catheter having a first working access lumen and a second filter deployment/retrieval lumen containing a filtering device which is deployable therefrom. The filtering device includes a deployment/retrieval wire section and a filtering element formed at the distal end of said deployment/retrieval wire section. The filtering element is made of shape memory/superelastic material and is formed to have a distally expanding frustoconical pre-disposed shape which, when the filtering element is deployed by being extended distally from the delivery catheter through the filter deployment/retrieval lumen thereof, defines a filtering channel that is offset from said deployment/retrieval axis and extends about the extended axis of the working access lumen of the delivery catheter.