Therapeutic Music and Nursing in Poststroke Rehabilitation

Journal

Rehabilitation Nursing

Year

2011

Abstract

Individuals who experience stroke undergo a critical rehabilitation process with the aid of professionals including physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as primary care from nursing staff. However, the extent of the role that music can play in facilitating the rehabilitation process is unknown. Board-certified music therapists are employed in several capacities within the rehabilitation environment. There is a need for nursing professionals in this area to better understand the role a music therapist may play and how they can assist clients in using music in a therapeutically beneficial way. The purpose of this article is to educate nurses about music therapy and provide evidence for the therapeutic use of music in the rehabilitation setting for victims of stroke.

Music and Health Institute Terms

Music Therapy; Rehabilitation Exercises; Stroke

Indexed Terms

Stroke Rehabilitation; Evidence-Based Practice; Nursing Staff, Hospital; Primary Care Nursing; Stroke

Study Type

Editorial, Opinions, Position Papers

Document Type

Article

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