Music Therapy for Postoperative Pain
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this project is to introduce and implement music therapy as an evidence-based pain management protocol focused on reducing postoperative pain levels among Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) of the project site. The clinical question guiding this initiative is: In adult patients undergoing a VATS procedure, does the implementation of music therapy lead to lower postoperative pain scores in the PACU compared to no intervention within an 8-week timeframe? The investigator will ask eligible patients their immediate pain scores upon arrival into the PACU and then start music of patient's choice via over-the-ear headphones. Pain scores will be rechecked 30 minutes after implementation of music therapy. The standard of care pain medications and/or usual care will not be withheld or altered after surgery in lieu of music therapy.
Research Team
Sandra Nahom, MSN, RN
Principal Investigator
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adult patients who have undergone Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) and are in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Participants should be willing to listen to music through over-the-ear headphones as a form of pain management post-surgery.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Preoperative
Introduction of music therapy intervention in the preoperative area prior to surgery
Postoperative Treatment
Implementation of music therapy in the PACU to manage postoperative pain
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in pain scores after music therapy
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Music Therapy
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Lead Sponsor