Integrating Music Therapy Into Neuro-Rehabilitation for Improved Patient Experience and Outcomes: A  QI Project

Strong evidence for the use of music therapy exists in neuro-rehabilitation, yet it is not part of standard health professional training or care. Neurological inpatients have suffered devastating life-changing injuries or illnesses. Many experience depression, pain or anxiety. Music provides a means of nonverbal expression and connection with caregivers, and can be a powerful motivator in therapies. We aimed to integrate music therapy into inpatient neurological teams by March 2019 to improve patient experience and outcomes.

Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - November 23, 2019 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Stephanie Plamondon, Christopher Grant, Chantel Debert, Dukelow Sean, Leah Mercier Tags: Late breaking research poster Source Type: research