Recent studies in the USA have shown that listening to music after surgery contributes to rapid recovery and reduces the patient's need for pain-relieving medications. According to this research, conducted at a medical university in California, patients who listen to music after surgery require half the dose of morphine, compared to those who do not listen to music for pain relief.
Aldo Frisa, a surgical specialist from the university, noted: "After awakening from anesthesia, patients sometimes experience fear and disorientation, but music helps alleviate anxiety during the transitional period after awakening, returning the patient to a normal state and also reducing tension at this stage."
According to the results of a new study, researchers analyzed data obtained during 35 previous experiments on musical therapy, particularly the impact of music on patients after surgery. These data indicated a significant reduction in pain and stress the following day after surgery.
Shahzab Reis, a medical student, shared his opinion: "When you listen to music, you detach from reality, and a feeling of relaxation appears, which diminishes focus on pain; the patient may feel at ease." The researchers added that listening to music lowers the pulse, which contributes to the recovery process by improving blood circulation and oxygen supply to the tissues.
