The use of music in the treatment of chronic pain: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Music is a promising strategy to address the physical, psychological, and social needs of people with chronic pain. To better understand its potential in the treatment of chronic pain, this study aims to assess the state of knowledge regarding the effects of music in the context of chronic pain treatment.

Methods

A scoping review was conducted in eight databases using music, chronic pain, and treatment concepts and associated keywords. Studies were included in the review if they reported some effects of any form of music on chronic pain or concomitant conditions.

Results

Sixty-three studies were identified. Results showed numerous benefits of music-based interventions on chronic pain and common concomitant difficulties including emotional regulation, anxiety

SUBMITTER: Cournoyer Lemaire E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11622813 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct-Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature