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Community-based Adapted Tango Dancing for Individuals with Parkinson's Disease and Older Adults
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[Music therapy on Parkinson disease]
Beltrina Côrte1, Pedro Lodovici Neto
1Programa de Estudos Pós-Graduados em Gerontologia, Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, 05014 - 001 São Paulo SP. beltrina@uol.com.br
Ciencia & Saude Coletiva
|January 14, 2010
Summary
Music therapy significantly improves the quality of life for older adults with Parkinson Disease. Engaging in musical activities enhances social interaction and reduces physical and psychological symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Music Therapy
Context:
- Qualitative research exploring alternative therapies for elderly individuals with Parkinson Disease.
- Focus on the role of music therapy in managing symptoms and improving well-being.
Purpose:
- To analyze the importance and impact of music therapy as an alternative practice for elder people with Parkinson Disease.
- To evaluate the benefits of playing instruments, singing, and guided musical exercises.
Summary:
- Music therapy offers a valuable approach for improving the lives of elderly Parkinson's patients.
- Participants showed increased sociability and decreased physical and psychological symptomatology.
- The therapy facilitated a more positive self-perception and relationship with the disease and others.
Impact:
- Music therapy enhances social interaction and reduces symptom burden in elderly Parkinson's patients.
- It promotes a better patient-disease relationship and improved social integration.
- Provides a framework for integrating music therapy into geriatric care for Parkinson's.
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