Alternative therapies in health and medicine
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Altern Ther Health Med · Jul 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of the combination of music and nature sounds on pain and anxiety in cardiac surgical patients: a randomized study.
Postoperative pain and anxiety are common in cardiac surgery patients. Studies have suggested that music can decrease anxiety in hospitalized patients. Primary Study Objective This study focused on the efficacy and feasibility of special music, which included nature sounds, for pain and anxiety. ⋯ Recorded music and nature sounds can be integrated into the postoperative care of cardiovascular surgery patients. The recordings may provide an additional means for addressing common symptoms of pain and anxiety while providing a means of relaxation for these patients.