Music Therapy in Cancer Patients: Fact or Fiction?

Pichler, A; Pichler, Martin

doi:10.2217/fon.14.181

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“…This reduction corroborates a study that affirms the effective effect of music in reducing these parameters (27) . Other studies have also been successful in reducing anxiety resumO Objetivo: Avaliar a efetividade de uma intervenção musical na redução de ansiedade e parâmetros vitais em pessoas acometidas por câncer de cabeça e pescoço.…”

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Control of anxiety through music in a head and neckoutpatient clinic: a randomized clinical trial

Firmeza

Rodrigues

Melo

et al. 2017

Rev. esc. enferm. USP

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Objective: Evaluating the effectiveness of a musical intervention in reducing anxiety and vital parameters in people suffering from head and neck cancer. Method: A randomized controlled clinical trial, performed in a head and neck outpatient clinic with 40 participants, subdivided into two groups (intervention and control). The classical music "Spring" from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi was used as an intervention. The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) was used as the data collection instrument, along with an inventory of socio-demographic and clinical data. Student's t-test was used to verify intragroup and intergroup statistical significance. Results: Participants presented a statistically significant reduction in levels of perceived anxiety (t = 12.68; p<0.001), as well as blood pressure levels (t = 4.56; p<0.001); pulse (t = 6.15; p<0.001) and respiratory rate (t = 5.10; p<0.001). Conclusion: Music has proven to be an effective non-pharmacological therapeutic resource in managing anxiety in an outpatient setting for people with cancer, as well as in reducing blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate. Brazilian Registry of Clinical Trials: RBR-7W4YJJ. descriPtOrs Music Therapy; Anxiety; Head and Neck Neoplasms; Humanization of Assistance; Oncology Nursing. Control of anxiety through music in a head and neck outpatient clinic: a randomized clinical trialUso da música no controle da ansiedade em ambulatório de cabeça e pescoço: ensaio clínico randomizado Uso de música en el control de la ansiedad en clínicas externas de cabeza y cuello: ensayo clínico aleatorizado

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Control of anxiety through music in a head and neckoutpatient clinic: a randomized clinical trial

Firmeza

Rodrigues

Melo

et al. 2017

Rev. esc. enferm. USP

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“…From the physiological perspective, music provokes the mechano-sensory hair cells in the ear to transduce sound-induced mechanical vibrations into neural impulses, which are interpreted by the brain, thus evoking emotional effects. Current research about music has established a role for these effects in the regulation of the hypothalamic–pituitary axis, the sympathetic nervous system and the immune system [ 14 ]. In studies, single- blind, music therapy effectiviness studies, significant results and potential clinical outcomes included improvements in imitating signs and words, longer and more eye contact, taking turns, joint attention, nonverbal communication, longer periods of and more happiness, emotional synchronicity, initiation engagement and compliant behavior.…”

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The Place of Complementary Medicine in the Treatment of Autistic Children

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Objectives:The purpose of this study is to achieve a vision for autistic children and their parents aimed at generating interest in ideas such as “Sanitas Per Aquam” (SPA), massage and music therapy, which has begun to have widespread use and to attract attention.Methods:This cross-sectional, descriptive study was carried out with autistic children and their parents from February to April 2015 in Muğla, Turkey. The study was began by interviewing experts in the field and by developing a suitable assessment questionnaire. In order to direct the flow of conversation between the researchers and the autisitc children and their parents, the researchers conducted semi-structured face to face interviews in a form that had been determined by using reports in the literature and the opinions of experts in the field.Results:Forty two boys (84%) and eight girls (16%) with autism participated in our study. Children in the 0 ─ 7 age group spent long time in the bathroom (P = 0.001). Boys liked to be hugged more than girls (P = 0.01). Children ages 0 ─ 7 years liked bright lighting while those 15 years of age and older liked gloomy lighting (P = 0.009). Except for these statistically significant sex- and age-related differences, no other statistically significant differences were noted in the parameters of this study. Although the result was not statistically significant, more children with mild autism disorder obeyed commands like inhale or exhale (P = 0.051).Conclusion:Treatment for autism spectrum disorders is not yet fully possible, so many studies are being done to alleviate some symptoms and to improve the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families. As a result of our study, whether touching the areas the children want touched and listening to their favorite music are required to stimulate the brain remain as questions in our minds.

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“…For instance, merging the external auditory stimuli with music can allow facilitation of neural network including prefrontal, and limbic cortex this, in turn, has been associated with cognitive and emotional recovery (109). Likewise, incorporating the component of music with external auditory stimulations might yield additional benefits in terms of reducing anxiety and stress (112). Studies have demonstrated that music therapy can allow a reduction in pain, fear-related stress [reduced salivary cortisol (113)], and anxiety outcomes (112).…”

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“…Likewise, incorporating the component of music with external auditory stimulations might yield additional benefits in terms of reducing anxiety and stress (112). Studies have demonstrated that music therapy can allow a reduction in pain, fear-related stress [reduced salivary cortisol (113)], and anxiety outcomes (112). This can allow increased patient adherence toward medical procedures involved during cancer therapies and screening, for instance, screening mammography (114), sigmoidoscopy (115), colonoscopy (113), and even prostate biopsy (112, 116).…”

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“…Studies have demonstrated that music therapy can allow a reduction in pain, fear-related stress [reduced salivary cortisol (113)], and anxiety outcomes (112). This can allow increased patient adherence toward medical procedures involved during cancer therapies and screening, for instance, screening mammography (114), sigmoidoscopy (115), colonoscopy (113), and even prostate biopsy (112, 116). Facilitation in the functioning of these mechanisms can have widespread influence on the regulation of cancer patient-related outcome and even the disease progression.…”

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Role of Sonification and Rhythmic Auditory Cueing for Enhancing Gait Associated Deficits Induced by Neurotoxic Cancer Therapies: A Perspective on Auditory Neuroprosthetics

Ghai

Ghai²

2019

Front. Neurol.

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Patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy experience neurotoxic changes in the central and peripheral nervous system. These neurotoxic changes adversely affect functioning in the sensory, motor, and cognitive domains. Thereby, considerably affecting autonomic activities like gait and posture. Recent evidence from a range of systematic reviews and meta-analyses have suggested the beneficial influence of music-based external auditory stimulations i.e., rhythmic auditory cueing and real-time auditory feedback (sonification) on gait and postural stability in population groups will balance disorders. This perspective explores the conjunct implications of auditory stimulations during cancer treatment to simultaneously reduce gait and posture related deficits. Underlying neurophysiological mechanisms by which auditory stimulations might influence motor performance have been discussed. Prompt recognition of this sensorimotor training strategy in future studies can have a widespread impact on patient care in all areas of oncology.

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Music Therapy in Cancer Patients: Fact or Fiction?

Cited by 7 publications

References 11 publications

Control of anxiety through music in a head and neckoutpatient clinic: a randomized clinical trial

Control of anxiety through music in a head and neckoutpatient clinic: a randomized clinical trial

The Place of Complementary Medicine in the Treatment of Autistic Children

Role of Sonification and Rhythmic Auditory Cueing for Enhancing Gait Associated Deficits Induced by Neurotoxic Cancer Therapies: A Perspective on Auditory Neuroprosthetics

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