Keywords

live therapeutic music, music therapy, pain control strategies, relaxation and pain control

 

Authors

  1. Sand-Jecklin, Kari EdD, MSN, RN, AHN-BC
  2. Emerson, Howard BA, CMP

Abstract

This exploratory study demonstrated the positive impact of live music as a holistic patient intervention directed toward reducing pain, anxiety, and muscle tension levels of patients admitted to a tertiary care center for an emergent medical condition. Music can be combined with other holistic interventions to positively impact patient outcomes.