Music therapy is the use of live or recorded music to help provide distraction from symptoms and side effects and to promote relaxation. Using music in a therapeutic way can also ease communication for people who don't always feel comfortable expressing feelings.
Studies have shown that music therapy can help to:
increase feelings of well-being
reduce anxiety
reduce physical symptoms such as pain and nausea
What to expect in a typical music therapy session
A music therapy session can happen in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, cancer centers, and in a person's home. No musical ability is required in order to experience a benefit.
A music therapist will ask questions about your unique situation and tailor the therapy to your emotional and physical needs. Sessions might involve:
playing music
listening to music
performing movements to music
writing songs
discussing what lyrics mean to you
If you've received a diagnosis of cancer, please consider using music therapy. It is a powerful intervention that can bring not only comfort but also healing.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
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