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Development of Sensory Processing in Premature Infants and Implications for Evidence-Based Music Therapy in the NICU

Emily S Pivovarnik

    Neonatal Network : NN
    |July 15, 2022
    PubMed

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    This article explores sensory processing development in premature infants and its implications for music therapists. Evidence-based music therapy in the NICU can help prevent sensory processing disorders in these vulnerable infants.

    Area of Science:

    • Neonatal Development
    • Sensory Processing
    • Music Therapy

    Background:

    • Premature infants exhibit unique sensory processing development.
    • Sensory processing disorders (SPDs) pose risks to premature infants.
    • Understanding sensory development is crucial for NICU interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide an overview of sensory processing development in premature infants.
    • To highlight implications for music therapists in the NICU.
    • To identify developmentally appropriate music therapy interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on infant sensory development.
    • Analysis of sensory processing disorders in premature infants.
    • Examination of evidence-based music therapy practices in NICU settings.

    Main Results:

    • Sensory systems develop uniquely in premature infants.
    • Music therapy can be tailored to support sensory development.
    • NICU music therapy, combined with nursing care, may mitigate SPD risks.

    Conclusions:

    • Music therapists play a vital role in NICU care for premature infants.
    • Evidence-based NICU music therapy supports healthy sensory development.
    • Interdisciplinary care enhances outcomes for premature infants at risk for SPD.

    Keywords:
    NICU caredevelopmenteducationevidence-based practicemusic therapypain

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