Monday, May 26, 2008

What do you know about "Bedside Music?"


About "Soothing Music Played Live at the Bedside"

"Music has been recognized through research as a safe, inexpensive and effective non-pharmaceutical way to relieve anxiety" Dr. Brian Seeney, National Naval Medical Center, Maryland

"Half an hour of music produced the same effect as 10 milligrams of valium." Dr. Raymond Bahr, Baltimore's St. Agnes Hospital

"Music can be a crucially important aspect of therapy..." Dr. Oliver Sacks, Neurologist


A music practitioner plays healing and relaxation music at the bedside of ill and dying patients. There have been many studies written on the benefits of music for patients and families. Bedside healing music is a new field being introduced into the medical profession, and it is quickly being accepted. Bedside music benefits patients, who are scared or anxious, and allows them to relax or even possibly fall into a deep relaxing sleep. Music can affect the heartbeat, pulse, respiration, equalize and slow down brain waves, reduce muscle tension and improve body movement. It can also affect body temperatures and release endorphin levels, as well as regulate stress-related hormones, boost the immune system, stimulate digestion and a feeling of well-being. Please call or email me if you're interested in this service in the Louisville, KY area! Thanks!

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