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- Title
Collaborative Practices in Adult Neurologic Rehabilitation: Music Therapists and Physical Therapists.
- Authors
Wilhelm, Lindsey A.
- Abstract
As the prevalence of neurologic diseases and injuries grow (World Health Organization, 2006), there is increasing demand for effective and efficient rehabilitation services to assist individuals in attaining the highest degree of independence and self-sufficiency possible. This study explores the collaborative interactions between music therapists and physical therapists (physiotherapists) in neurologic rehabilitative settings. Music therapists working in adult neurologic rehabilitation were surveyed regarding their collaborative interactions (both co-treatment and consultation) with physical therapists to describe (1) the extent to which music therapists collaborate with physical therapists; (2) the nature of these collaborations (type, frequency, treatment settings, presenting diagnoses, client goals, interventions/techniques, treatment rationale, and evaluation methods); and (3) common benefits and challenges in the collaborative setting and how these challenges are met. Demographic data indicated that music therapists of all ages and across experience levels collaborate with physical therapists, most often working with individuals who have had a traumatic brain injury or stroke. Frequently addressed goals were upper extremity gross motor skills, walking/gait, and active range of motion through music interventions involving active client participation. The benefits of collaborative interactions were rated higher than the challenges. The author recommends further investigation into the nature of these collaborative interactions as well as the evaluation and documentation methods of music therapists.
- Subjects
NEUROLOGICAL disorders; MUSIC therapists; SURVEYS; INTERPROFESSIONAL relations; REHABILITATION; AMERICAN Massage Therapy Association
- Publication
Canadian Journal of Music Therapy, 2017, Vol 23, Issue 1, p40
- ISSN
1199-1054
- Publication type
Article