Role of music therapy in integrative oncology.
@article{Magill2006RoleOM,
title={Role of music therapy in integrative oncology.},
author={Lucanne A. Magill},
journal={Journal of the Society for Integrative Oncology},
year={2006},
volume={4 2},
pages={
79-81
}
}Music therapy is an evidence-based complementary therapy that enhances quality of life in cancer patients and their caregivers. The role of music therapy in integrative oncology encompassed care and treatment of patients and family members , ongoing collaboration with the health care team, and the provision of music therapy services that may benefit the cancer center community. Clinical work includes ongoing assessment and the implementation of specific music therapy techniques aimed at…
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