Pain Management Optimized Through Patient-centered Multi-Session Group Music Therapy Within INteGrative sharEd progRamming: A Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Summary
Conduct a feasibility randomized controlled trial (N = 130, 65 per group) comparing the POPSINGER music therapy (MT) intervention to yoga.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults aged 18 and older 2. Reporting pain on most days per month for a duration of ≥3 months 3. Independently ambulatory (i.e., able to walk 10 feet without a cane or walker) 4. Willing to participate in the full scope of the program 5. Access to internet, active email address, \& laptop, tablet, and/or PC with videoconferencing capabilities 6. Have reliable access to a mobile device with an active data plan at home and is comfortable accessing the internet and their email with this device 7. Able to read and understand English Exclusion Criteria: 1. Significant hear…
Interventions
- BehavioralYoga
A registered yoga therapist will lead a total of sixteen (16) 60 minute classes over 8 weeks, plus guidance and resources for weekly home practice. Each yoga practice includes postural awareness, breathing practices, physical postures, moving sequences, progressive relaxation, and mental focusing. Philosophical concepts are introduced in each class, including non-harming, gratitude, and self-compassion. Physical practices include standing, seated, and optional floor-based poses that focus on building strength, mobility, and balance. For each practice, a range of options are provided for individuals to select according to their level of physical function and comfort. Props for adapting poses include yoga blocks, straps, blankets, and chairs. Practices are introduced slowly over the 8-week program to ensure safe execution and facilitate self-efficacy.
- BehavioralMusic Therapy
A board-certified music therapist will provide a total of 16 MT sessions (8 in-person and 8 virtual) that include education, social connection, and experiential music interventions. These sessions will focus on self-management of pain through evidenced-based MT interventions including music sharing, playlists using the iso-principle, music making, music and guided imagery, music and deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and adapted cardio drumming.
Location
- University HospitalsCleveland, Ohio