Pain Management

Vibroacoustic sound therapy improves pain management and more

Boyd-Brewer C, McCaffrey R.

Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33431, USA.

PMID: 11282570 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]

Vibroacoustic therapy is a new sound technology that uses audible sound vibrations to reduce symptoms, invoke relaxation, and alleviate stress. This technology is developed based on the recognition that external vibration can influence body function. Research demonstrates the effectiveness of vibroacoustic therapy. Implications for nurses include investigating the possibilities of vibroacoustic therapy in various nursing settings to promote patient wellbeing and improve the therapeutic environment.