Multi‐disciplinary perspectives of music therapy in palliative care

O'Kelly, Julian; Koffman, Jonathan

doi:10.1111/j.2042-7166.2006.tb04769.x

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“…Both the quantitative (Hilliard, 2003; Curtis, 2011) and qualitative (Kitawaki, 2007) evidence suggest that music therapy improves overall quality of life for palliative care patients. Music therapy has also been shown to reduce physical discomfort (Gallagher et al, 2006) and pain (Krout, 2001; Gallagher et al, 2006; O'Callaghan & Hiscock, 2007; O'Kelly & Koffman, 2007; Leow et al, 2010 b ; Curtis, 2011; Gutgsell et al, 2013). In terms of psychosocial benefits, the quantitative evidence suggests that music therapy improves patients' mood (Gallagher et al, 2006; Nakayama et al, 2009; Curtis, 2011) and reduces anxiety (Nguyen, 2003; Gallagher et al, 2006; Horne-Thompson & Grocke, 2008).…”

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“…In terms of psychosocial benefits, the quantitative evidence suggests that music therapy improves patients' mood (Gallagher et al, 2006; Nakayama et al, 2009; Curtis, 2011) and reduces anxiety (Nguyen, 2003; Gallagher et al, 2006; Horne-Thompson & Grocke, 2008). Furthermore, qualitative studies suggest that music therapy improves emotional well-being (O'Callaghan, 1996; O'Callaghan & Hiscock, 2007; O'Kelly & Koffman, 2007), social interaction (O'Kelly & Koffman, 2007; Leow et al, 2010 b ), and spiritual and/or existential well-being (Okamoto, 2005; O'Callaghan & Hiscock, 2007; Wlodarczyk, 2007).…”

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“…The underlying mechanism of music therapy appears to be the cathartic influence that the therapy has on palliative care patients in terms of bringing relief from repressed emotions (O'Callaghan, 1996; Clements-Cortes, 2004; O'Callaghan & Hiscock, 2007; O'Kelly & Koffman, 2007) and a release of frustrations about their situation (Leow et al, 2010 b ). Communication between patients and loved ones is improved through a renewed connection facilitated by the music and the therapist's presence.…”

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“…The literature alludes to music therapy's ability to create a sense of community within the palliative care setting (O'Kelly, 2002) and to improve relationships with family members (O'Kelly & Koffman, 2007; Heath & Lings, 2012). Leow and colleagues's (2010 a ) systematic review of the literature on the experiences and expectations of terminally ill patients receiving music therapy in a palliative care setting also highlighted improved communication and social interaction with family, friends, other patients, and healthcare staff.…”

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Music therapy for palliative care: A realist review

McConnell

Porter

2016

Pall Supp Care

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Tables: 1 2 Music therapy for palliative care: a realist review ABSTRACT Objectives: Music therapy has experienced a rise in demand as an adjunct therapy for symptom management among palliative care patients. We conducted a realist review of the literature to develop a greater understanding of how music therapy may benefit palliative care patients and the contextual mechanisms that promote or inhibit its successful implementation. Methods:We searched electronic databases (CINAHL, Embase, Medline, and PSYCHinfo) for literature containing information on music therapy for palliative care.In keeping with a realist approach, we examined all relevant literature to develop theories which could explain how music therapy may work.Results: Forty six articles were included for the review. Music therapy had a therapeutic effect on the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual suffering of palliative care patients. We also identified programme mechanisms that help explain music therapy's therapeutic effects, along with facilitating contexts for implementation. Significance of results:Music therapy may be an effective nonpharmacological approach to managing distressing symptoms in palliative care patients. Findings also suggest group music therapy may be a cost-efficient, and effective way to support staff caring for palliative care patients. We encourage others to continue developing 3 the evidence base in order to expand our understanding of how music therapy works with the aim of informing and improving the provision of music therapy for palliative care patients.

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Music therapy for palliative care: A realist review

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Porter

2016

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“…In the social sphere, a key therapeutic mechanism identified in the literature is that music therapy helps to strengthen the social connection between patients and their loved ones. 16,17 Holistic care and good communication are important components of high-quality hospice care for patients and their families/caregivers, and music therapy can provide opportunities to enhance communication between patients and medical staff, and promote the formation of quality holistic care.…”

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A review of the research on music therapy in hospice care^†

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et al. 2020

Frontiers of Nursing

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ObjectiveTo summarize the research progress of music therapy in hospice care and to provide reference for further research.MethodsA wide range of literatures on music therapy and hospice care at home and abroad were searched and read, and the literature was integrated, judged, analyzed, and summarized.ResultsThe related research on music therapy in hospice care mainly focused on western developed countries such as Europe and the United States. China is still in the stage of theoretical exploration, lacking qualitative research based on case investigation and empirical research based on data statistics.ConclusionsMusic therapy supports the management of symptoms in hospice care, which can meet the diverse needs of patients and their family members including physical, psychological, social, and spiritual.

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