The Ireland Cancer Center’s Music Therapy Program offers patients and families a wide range of music experiences as complementary therapies to enhance their well-being during treatment. Deforia Lane, PhD, is director of the Music Therapy Program. Her staff of music therapists is specially trained in music, psychology, sociology, and counseling. Patients are encouraged to design their own music sessions to ensure enjoyment of the aspect of music they wish to explore. Activities may include singing, composing, playing or learning a musical instrument, relaxation, guided imagery, improvisation, and musical games.
Music is a recognized expressive art that is being studied scientifically in the area of mind-body interactions and relationships. The power of music has been shown to affect the mind and body in the following ways:
- Lower blood pressure
- Reduce anxiety and depression associated with cancer treatment
- Reduce pain by increasing the production of endorphins
- Increase production of proteins that speed healing and reduce the danger of infection
- Reduce stress and promote relaxation
For further information click here, to schedule a music therapy session, you may call: (216) 844-5298
(Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM)