The Untold Science Of Vibration Therapy & The “BioDrive” Breakthrough That Regulates Your Mind and Body, With Dr. Mike North

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Dec 11, 2025

In this riveting discussion, Dr. Mike North, a scientist-engineer and co-founder of Shiftwave, delves into the revolutionary world of vibration therapy. He shares his personal story of a broken leg that sparked his research into psychophysiology. Listeners will discover how targeted vibrations can reset the nervous system, improve sleep, and enhance recovery. Mike also reveals the innovative BioDrive technology that customizes treatment based on real-time biometric feedback, making the future of wellness both fascinating and accessible.

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ANECDOTE

Broken Leg Sparked A Healing Invention

Mike North broke his leg while grieving his brother and invented a 3D-printed vibrating cast to speed healing.
The cast included sensors, an app, and remote monitoring that led to broader psychophysiology work.

INSIGHT

Haptics Are A Primary, Underused Pathway

Touch and haptics are an underused sensory channel compared with constant visual and audio screen stimulation.
Targeted vibration can communicate through skin to organs by hitting resonant frequencies and paths evolved for touch.

ADVICE

Block Vision And Recline For Better Results

Use a low-stress reclined position and block visual input to maximize parasympathetic engagement during vibration sessions.
Pair pitch-black eye masking with guided audio or breathwork to reduce visual overstimulation and enhance results.

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On this episode of the Boundless Life podcast, I sit down with Mike North, a four-time Discovery Channel host, scientist, engineer, and CEO/co-founder of Shiftwave. Mike shares the remarkable story behind Shiftwave, a technology that uses targeted vibrations and sensory input to reset and regulate the nervous system, boost recovery, and unlock everything from deep relaxation to sharp focus.

We dive into the science and engineering behind the device, tracing its origins in regenerative therapy and showing how custom protocols can optimize mind and body. Mike and I discuss the latest research and breakthroughs shaping this technology, and I share my own experiences using Shiftwave for better sleep, athletic recovery, and nervous system health.

Mike North, PhD, is a scientist-engineer, entrepreneur, and pioneer in human optimization. A
four-time Discovery Channel host—including the hit series Outrageous Acts of Science—North
has taught at UC Berkeley, published in Nature, and developed technologies that bridge
engineering and human performance.

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