Music Proven to Aid Post-Surgery Recovery
Listening to music reduces pain, anxiety, and opioid use, according to a new meta-analysis presented at a major medical congress.
- Researchers from California Northstate University analyzed 35 studies on music's impact on surgery recovery.
- Patients who listened to music reported lower pain levels and required less morphine compared to those who did not.
- Music was shown to reduce anxiety and heart rate, potentially improving overall recovery outcomes.
- The study suggests music may lower cortisol levels, contributing to its calming effects during post-surgery recovery.
- Future research is needed to further explore music's role in recovery, with potential pilot programs in post-surgical settings.