Effects of music therapy on degree of cooperation with anesthesia induction and preoperative anxiety in children with simple congenital heart disease: A protocol of systematic review and meta-analysis
DiscussionGiven the multiple advantages that may be associated with music therapy, this therapy may be a desirable alternative to existing therapies for preoperative cooperation and anxiety issues in children with SCHD. We hope that this systematic review will guide clinical decision-making for future efforts related to coping with preoperative fit and anxiety in children with SCHD. Systematic review registrationPROSPERO registration number: CRD42023445313. https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42023445313. (Source: PLoS One)
Source: PLoS One - December 27, 2023 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Haoyu Liu Source Type: research

Gow âti Music Therapy: An Ancient Healing Tradition in Taftan, Baluchestan
AbstractThis research delves into the ancient healing tradition of Gow âti music therapy in Taftan, Baluchestan, with a focus on the cultural beliefs and practices surrounding the Gowâti ceremony. The manuscript also highlights the historical connection between music and spirituality, tracing the roots of music therapy back to ancient Iran. The study is based on a co mbination of interviews, active participation in the Gowâti ceremony, and consultation with experts. However, access to the private ceremony was restricted, leading to certain limitations in data collection. The findings of this study rely heavily on anecdo...
Source: Journal of Religion and Health - December 27, 2023 Category: Medical Ethics Source Type: research

The role and outcomes of music therapy during pregnancy: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials
CONCLUSION: Based on the findings, it can be concluded that music therapy is an effective approach to enhance the experience of pregnant women during pregnancy and delivery. Therefore, its implementation in obstetrical clinical practice is highly recommended.PMID:38146963 | DOI:10.1080/0167482X.2023.2291635 (Source: Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Source: Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynaecology - December 26, 2023 Category: OBGYN Authors: Chao Ji Jing Zhao Qiaole Nie Shuo Wang Source Type: research

Combination therapy for patients with a  developmental dysphasia: selected approaches based on special education, rehabilitation and psychology in a systematic case study
CONCLUSION: The results of the research point out the need for regular and close multidisciplinary cooperation of an occupational therapist, a physiotherapist, a special educator, a speech therapist, a music therapist and a psychologist when working with patients diagnosed with developmental dysphasia. These professions focus specifically on specific areas of support with a focus on cognitive, phatic and motor functions with the support of social adaptability.PMID:38131175 (Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters)
Source: Neuroendocrinology Letters - December 22, 2023 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Michal Vostr ý Ilona Pe šatová Barbora Lankov á Otakar Fleischmann Jaroslava Jel ínková Ivana Štolová Radka Beranov á Nikola Mundokov á Source Type: research