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Efficacy of Combined Music and Cryotherapy for Pain Relief During Mediastinal Drain Removal After Myocardial

Thatiane Evelyn de Lima Fernandes1, Kauanny Vitória Gurgel Dos Santos1, José Joandson de Souza Dos Santos1

  • 1Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Natal, Brazil.

Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health
|May 14, 2026
PubMed

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This study investigates music therapy and cryotherapy for pain relief during mediastinal drain removal after heart surgery. These non-pharmacological methods aim to reduce patient discomfort and opioid use.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Pain Management
  • Integrative Health Practices

Background:

  • Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) necessitates mediastinal drains, and their removal is a painful experience.
  • Effective pain management is crucial to minimize opioid exposure and adverse effects.
  • Non-pharmacological strategies like music therapy and cryotherapy show promise for pain and anxiety reduction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the combined efficacy of music therapy and cryotherapy in reducing pain during mediastinal drain removal.
  • To assess the impact of these interventions on patients undergoing myocardial revascularization surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized clinical trial adhering to SPIRIT and CONSORT guidelines.
  • 52 participants will be allocated to an experimental group (music therapy + cryotherapy) or a control group (standard care).
  • Pain intensity will be measured using the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS).

Main Results:

  • The study is designed to measure the reduction in pain intensity.
  • Feasibility will be assessed via a pilot test.
  • Results will provide data on the effectiveness of combined music and cryotherapy.

Conclusions:

  • This research aims to contribute novel evidence on integrative and complementary health practices.
  • The findings are expected to optimize post-myocardial revascularization care.
  • The study seeks to enhance patient outcomes through non-pharmacological pain management.
Abstract

Keywords:
cryotherapymusicnursing carepainthoracic surgery

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