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Are you thinking about using music with surgery or your next
medical procedure? More and more studies are coming out that indicate that
it can accomplish many positive things as well as prevent medication-related
problems. There’s also the psychological component of giving the patient a
sense of control over a part of their life that probably feels pretty out of
control. Understandably, no one wants to go to a hospital or clinic for any kind of
procedure, but if you or a loved one must go, why not bring
along some of your favorite calming and comforting music? The research
shows that if you’re listening to the music that YOU like best, the results
will be nothing short of amazing. It makes sense of course, because when
you listen to calm music that you like and you close your eyes, all the
muscles in your body begin to relax. When you’re relaxed, you’re not going
to need as much anesthesia to put you to sleep. The less anesthesia you
have, the faster you will recover and get out of the hospital to a place
where healing can really take place: your home, where those that love you
can help you to recover. These latest studies can all be found at:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez
- Lopez-Cepero Andrada JM, Amaya Vidal A, Castro Aguilar-Tablada T, Garcia Reina I, Silva L, Ruiz Guinaldo A, Larrauri De la Rosa J, Herrero Cibaja I, Ferre Alamo A, Benitez Roldan A. Anxiety during the performance of colonoscopies:modification using
music therapy. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2004 Nov;16(12):1381-6.
This study concluded that “Listening to music during ambulatory
colonoscopies decreases the level of anxiety that is inherent to the process
without other anxiolytic methods.” (Because all of my readers are not in
the medical or therapeutic field, I am not citing the entire study.) Read Abstract
- Ruth M. & Locsin R. The effect of music listening on acute confusion and delirium in
elders undergoing elective hip and knee surgery. J Clin Nurs. 2004
Sep;13(6B):91-6.
This study concluded that “music listening is an effective nursing
intervention that can be used to decrease acute postoperative confusion and
delirium in elders undergoing elective hip and knee surgery.”
Read Abstract
- Lee D, Henderson A. & Shum D.The effect of music on preprocedure anxiety in Hong Kong Chinese day
patients. J Clin Nurs. 2005 Feb;14(2):278-9.
This study concluded that “The administration of self-selected
music to day procedure patients in the preprocedure period can be effective
in the reduction of physiological parameters and anxiety.” Read Abstract
- Nilsson U, Unosson M, Rawal N. Stress reduction and analgesia in patients exposed to calming music
postoperatively: a randomized controlled trial. Eur J Anaesthesiol. 2005
Feb;22(2):96-102.
This study concluded that “ intraoperative music may decrease postoperative
pain, and that postoperative music therapy may reduce anxiety, pain and
morphine consumption.” Read Abstract
For those wanting to know more detail about these studies, I strongly
recommend going to the website of the National Library of Health, cited above.
We hear more and more in the news about people having frightening or even
life-threatening accidents happen in the hospital and during surgery. If
even one of these situations could be prevented by the staff being more
alert (through music) and the patient being more relaxed and needing less
anesthesia (through music), it would be worth the effort.
As I’ve mentioned before, since the patient needs the very opposite kind of
music from the surgeon and staff, the patient should be listening to his
chosen music through lightweight headphones. You can order my tapes for
surgery by going HERE. One tape is entirely music and the other tells you how to approach your doctor and anesthesiologist. You can also EMAIL ME with any questions.
Dr. Alice H. Cash
President, Healing Music Enterprises
3219 Marion Court
Louisville, Kentucky 40206
www.HealingMusicEnterprises.com
502/895-7688 (phone) 502-899-3537 (fax)
502/419-1698 (mobile)
2410 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
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Chantdoc travels to Las Vegas to learn internet techniques
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Yes, I’m going to that wicked city tomorrow! A place I’ve never really
wanted to go but I was made an offer I couldn’t pass up: a three-day “boot
camp” on internet marketing and learning, free to me through the courtesy of
one Fred Gleeck. Fred attended the same conference I did in January in
Cancun and we talked there and hit it off. He knows I’m trying to get
webcasts, teleconferences, and downloadable courses going on my site and
said that I could learn all of that in Las Vegas. Sooo, I fly out
April 20, and return on the 27th. If you have any questions
for me to ask or tips on “don’t miss” activities, do let me know! I’ll
report back next month!
Upcoming Workshops & Presentations
NOTE: For more information on any of these upcoming events,
just call me at 502-895-7688 or E-Mail Me.
May 15th - 20th:
The Awakening Museum, Santa Fe, NM
May 27th - 30th - “Toning and Chanting with Addictions” National 12-step conference in New Orleans
June: Charlotte, N.C. TBA
July: Atlanta, Macon, and Savannah, Ga., TBA
August: NYC and Boston, TBA
September: Seattle and environs?
Date Undecided "Music in the Golden Years"
Washington, DC.
There are quite a few possibilities on the horizon! Please contact me ASAP if you’d like me to present something in your area. I’m more than happy to work within your group’s budget and will come up with something affordable if I possibly can!
Playing any instrument or singing is always preferable to passive listening in terms of health benefits. It takes no prior training to play many drums and other percussion instruments for fun and enjoyment. If you’re interested in trying a small steel drum, a thumb piano, or a recorder, try an instrument from Apollo’s Axes. You’ll be glad you did!
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- Elizabethtown, KY: Topics Would Like: Healing power of music through active
participation by using musical instrument.
- Beaumont, CA: Topics Would Like: Psychoneuroimmunology
- Louisville, KY Liked Least: Would like more citing of current research in
music and medicine.
Topics Would Like: Relationship enhancement with music.
- Louisville, KY Topics Would Like: Ways people can use music on their own
for their health, stress-reduction/relaxation, well-being,
- Irvine, CA: Topics Would Like: chronic pain, migraine, heartache--emotional
pain
- Springfield, Mo: Products Would Like: Something on children and/or about using
music in everyday life as preventive as well as for healing.
- Frederick, Colorado: Courses Would Like: I am a math tutor and I come across
students that have learning impairments. I am pretty sure that music could
help them. But what music?
- Louisville, KY Courses and topics would like: bedwetting, weight loss,
more motivation music. If I could, I would like a class on chanting.
Working with ADDHD. Working with addictions. weight loss, music to help
build up my energy in the morning.
- Coaching Would Like: I would be interested in knowing more about how using
music would help depressed Seniors, those with isolation tendancies, and
also those with early to advanced dementia.
I'm also very interested in the healing power of music and how it can
enhance spirituality and decrease stress for myself.
- Galloway, OH: Products Would Like: Some music instruments - percussion
Clothing like T-shirts for those facilitating drumming circles
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| Can You Learn to Play the Piano online?
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would have said no, but now I’ve been introduced to the website of
Germaine Griggs and I am impressed! I’m trying out the gospel piano track
myself and it’s fun and very helpful. If you’re interested just go to
the HME Shoppe and scroll to the bottom to the "Hear and Play" section. The options for lessons are tremendous and varied.
Give it a try! It really is fun!
Dr. Cash offers helpful products to guide you reap the benefits of music for healing.
Each product is expertly created to offer you sound tools for self directed therapeutic music sessions. All purchases are secure and guaranteed.
1. "Notes for Tuning Your Life with Music"
(available as soft cover book or ebook, with CD or Mp3 music supplement)
- BOOK & CD-
(Book - $14.95; CD - $14.95 or Book/CD Combo - $24.95 & S/H)
- EBOOK & Mp3s (Ebook - $8.95; Mp3s - $5/set)
Mp3 Sets include:
- Alzheimer's & Dementia Collection
- Lullaby Collection
- Chant Collection
2. AUDIOTAPES - $10 & S/H -
Tape titles include:
- The Healing Power of Music
- Toning & Chanting with Addictions
- Why Mozart? The Research on Mozart and Learning
- The Use of Music with Alzheimers and other Dementias
- Music for Surgery ($19.95 for two tape set)
3. Healing Music Shoppe
Do you have some birthday presents, wedding gifts, or shower gifts to buy? Why not go to my new Healing Music Enterprises Store and buy a book, CD, or even a musical instrument for that special someone? You can get a troubadour harp or a didgeridoo; a djembe, a bongo, or a bagpipe! Now that's a surprise isn't it? Feel free to write me personally for advice on the best instrument for you or your child. We also offer sheet music, music books, musician career services, musical recordings and more.
4. Music Book and CD Library - the place to browse and shop online for Amazon music books, CDs, VHS and DVDs. Hand picked to ensure that content reflects music for healing and well being.
As always, Dr. Cash will set up workshops in Louisville and surrounding areas at special request
if a minimum of 10-12 people can be assured.
Current popular
topics are:
“Using music with the autistic child”
“Music as a Pathway to Higher Power”
“Wellness through Music: Ten Top Tips”
“Music and Childbirth: the Lullaby Project
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Contact Info:
Alice H. Cash, Ph.D., LCSW
Healing Music Enterprises
(502) 895-7688 (502) 419-1698 (mobile)
(502) 899-3537 (fax)
http://www.healingmusicenterprises.com
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