Wednesday, January 6, 2016

By Using Music Therapy Maine Therapists Achieve Excellent Results

By Linda Johnson


The field of medicine has changed in many ways. In the past, there were medical doctors, some of whom specialized in certain fields. These days, the medical field consists of an astonishing variety of professionals offering treatment and therapies for every conceivable condition and disease. Therapies utilizing age old techniques have become extremely popular, perhaps because most of them are not invasive. With music therapy Maine therapists have achieved remarkable results.

All things musical have always had a very definite impact upon human emotions and memories. Most people will readily admit that there are certain songs that take them back to a specific event at a specific time in the past. Also, most people will admit that there are songs that make them sad, or happy and that there are songs that energize them. Many people use musical means to control their emotions.

It therefore comes as no surprise that musical therapy is now regarded as an official medical discipline. In fact, this discipline has shown tremendous growth in popularity and therapists have achieved amazing results. Before therapists can be licensed to practise in this discipline they first need to complete a training program. The discipline is governed and regulated by the existing medical control organizations.

One of the main advantages offered by musical therapists is that they are able to help such a diverse variety of patients. There are numerous conditions that can be improved or managed by means of this type of intervention. It has proved to be extremely beneficial for patients that struggle to communicate in a conventional manner, for example. Learning how to express themselves through musical means often changes the live of such patients.

Many patients struggle with movement and musical therapists can help them to improve their coordination by responding to musical pieces. In many cases the patient start moving without realizing that he is doing so. For this reason, musical therapists often work in conjunction with physical therapists and rehabilitation specialists. Patients suffering from brain damage, physical injuries, emotional problems and even conditions such as Down Syndrome all benefit.

This discipline has been of much help to people suffering from mental illness and many types of psychological disorders. Therapists have helped patients with depression, a wide variety of phobias, anxiety and many other disorders. Many psychologists now insist that this type of treatment form part of an overall holistic treatment program and it certainly seems as if such strategies bear fruit.

Treatment by musical therapists is not dangerous in any way and does not threaten the health of any patient. Treatment programs are individualized because the needs of each patient are unique. That is why treatment programs only commence after an exhaustive assessment by the therapist. Most medical practitioners and psychologists will happily provide referrals to a qualified practitioner.

Modern therapists are able to help patients suffering from what was previously seen as unfortunate but not treatable. Using music in a treatment program seems logical and sensible in all senses. This type of treatment works and have helped many patients to move on towards a more rewarding life. Not only does it work, but the vast majority of patients find this form of therapy enjoyable and relaxing




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