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By Trent Barrick, MT-BC, Neurologic Music Therapist “We rarely hear the inward music, but we’re all dancing to it nevertheless.” – Rumi Ralph sat in his car attempting to open the driver side door. One would assume this wouldn’t pass as a difficult obstacle for a strong…

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By Catherine Nielsen, MT-BC Background: Dr. Compton is a retired family practice doctor with a certificate in geriatrics. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Berea College, and attended medical school at the University of Virginia.  Dr. Compton worked for over 30 years at…

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Please join us for ‘Tidal Rhythms: A Music Therapy-Based Parkinson’s Support Group’ (led by PBMTI and funded by the National Parkinson Foundation South Florida) Tidal Rhythms is a support group for individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers.  The group will involve music-based activities…

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You know how some things have the power to enhance our lives and we don’t even realize it?  For example; sunlight, colors, smells, and, of course, music.  Although we may not always understand why, studies have shown that all of these things can positively affect our…

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Even MORE great press about the effects of music therapy on premature babies and their families!  If you missed this wonderful story on NBC Nightly News this week, check it out below!  

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Are you a music therapist looking to get more engaged in your clients care? Are you a PT/SLP/OT/medical professional wondering how to integrate music therapy into your treatment plan?  If so, here are a few examples and tips for interdisciplinary co-treating in the field: 1) Music therapy…

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By Jane Collingwood A review of the evidence to date suggests that music therapy can help patients recover their movements after experiencing brain damage. Brain damage can affect movement and language abilities, having a significant impact on quality of life. Patients may have had trauma…

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For critically ill patients who need ventilator support, listening to some favorite tunes could help quell anxiety levels, according to a new study. Researchers from Ohio State University found that patients who were on acute ventilatory support because of respiratory failure had decreased anxiety when…

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A new study reveals what happens in our brain when we decide to purchase a piece of music when we hear it for the first time. The study, conducted at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital – The Neuro, McGill University and published in the…

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Here are a few pics from the Brain Injury Support group earlier this week. It was an incredible group with lots of smiles, interaction and, as you will see, spontaneous dancing!  The whole group was very appreciative and several expressed interest in private sessions.  …

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