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The Effects of a Single Music Therapy Session on the Pain of Adult Patients With Sickle Cell Disease: A Mixed Methods Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Music Therapy and Music Listening for Sickle Cell Disease. Completed, enrolled 60 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this research study is to: 1. Investigate the effects of a single 20-minute music therapy intervention with a music therapist on the pain intensity, pain relief, and mood of adult patients with sickle cell disease as compared to: 1. Adult patients with SCD who listen to their preferred music for 20 minutes without the presence of a music therapist (music listening group) 2. Adult patients with SCD who receive standard care alone (control group) 2. Determine the feasibility (delivery, acceptability, and usefulness) of the music therapy intervention for pain management
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Patient receives a single 20-minute music therapy session with a music therapist. Patient will interact with specially composed music tailored to the patient's preferences using an iPad.
Patient listens to his/her preferred music on an iPod touch for 20 minutes without the presence of a music therapist.