From Research to Practice: How Music Could Help Ease Pain from Surgery or Illness

New research suggests that listening to music—chosen by the patient—can either reduce their perception of pain or enhance their pain tolerance.

In an article published by the Associated Press, a UC San Diego recovery nurse shares how he combines medication with live music at the bedside to help patients manage pain after surgery. Research cited in the story suggests that listening to music can reduce a person's perception of pain or improve their tolerance—especially when they choose their own songs and listen closely. The article notes that music's influence on acute and chronic pain is still emerging.

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