Music therapy protocol development to enhance swallowing training for stroke patients with dysphagia

SJ Kim - Journal of Music Therapy, 2010 - academic.oup.com
Journal of Music Therapy, 2010academic.oup.com
Considering the devastating condition of dysphagia, it is necessary to provide intensive
therapeutic regimen based on interdisciplinary approach. In this aspect, music-enhanced
swallowing protocol was developed through a pilot study. Then, the modified protocol from a
pilot study was examined with 8 stroke patients in a local hospital. The protocol was
designed to improve oral motor control, laryngeal elevation, breathing, and swallowing
functions. The dependent variables measured included reflex, respiration, and laryngeal …
Abstract
Considering the devastating condition of dysphagia, it is necessary to provide intensive therapeutic regimen based on interdisciplinary approach. In this aspect, music-enhanced swallowing protocol was developed through a pilot study. Then, the modified protocol from a pilot study was examined with 8 stroke patients in a local hospital. The protocol was designed to improve oral motor control, laryngeal elevation, breathing, and swallowing functions. The dependent variables measured included reflex, respiration, and laryngeal functions using the Frenchay Dysarthria assessment. Results from the initial to the midevaluation showed that pitch in the laryngeal category were statistically significant after 6th sessions. After the 12th session, when the final evaluation was compared with the initial assessment, additional categories revealed statistically significant changes. It is recommended that this study should be replicated with a control group and a larger sample using either FEES or video fluoroscopy for scientific data to further substantiate music therapy outcomes in stroke rehabilitation.
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