Music-assisted relaxation during transition to non-invasive ventilation in people with motor neuron disease. Issue 1 (1st June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Tamplin, Jeanette; Baker, Felicity; Bajo, Eleanor; Davies, Rebecca; Bolger, Karen; Sheers, Nicole; Berlowitz, David
• Is Part Of: Nordic journal of music therapy. Volume 25:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 74
• Page End: 75
• Publication Date: 2016-06-01
• Subjects: Motor neuron disease -- non-invasive ventilation -- music-assisted relaxation; Music therapy -- Scandinavia -- Periodicals; Music Therapy -- Periodicals; 615.85154
• DOI: 10.1080/08098131.2016.1180053
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0809-8131

Abstract

Abstract : Background : Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is a progressive neurological disease causing muscle weakening and wastage, leading ultimately to respiratory failure. Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) is recommended to help patients manage respiratory insufficiency. Objective : To examine the feasibility and effectiveness of a Music-Assisted Relaxation (MAR) intervention on anxiety, quality of life, and NIV-use during the first 3 months of using NIV. Methods : Using a cohort mixed-methods design, data were collected at baseline, 7-days and 3-months for 18 participants who self-selected MAR or standard care. Measures included: Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, Assessment of Quality of Life–8D, and NIV-use data from participants' machines. Qualitative interviews were conducted with a subgroup of participants. Conclusions : MAR may be an useful intervention to promote relaxation, address anxiety, and distract from effects of NIV for patients commencing NIV use. MAR may have a role in alleviating the distress of NIV initiation.