Music and Symptom Relief in Radiotherapy Patient

Effects of Music on Pain, Anxiety and Stress Levels in Cancer Patients Receiving Radiotherapy

This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the effects of music therapy administered during radiotherapy sessions on pain, stress, and anxiety levels in cancer patients. The intervention involves playing Musicure, a therapeutic music track, for 30 minutes via speakers during radiotherapy. The study includes two groups: an intervention group receiving music therapy and a control group receiving standard care without music.

Participants' pain levels were assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), while anxiety and stress levels were measured using the Face Anxıety Subscale ( FAS).

A total of 120 adult cancer patients undergoing outpatient radiotherapy at Tınaztepe Unıversty were included. The study was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Öğr. Üyesi [Duygu AKBAŞ UYSAL (Principal Investigator) and co-researchers Prof.Dr Fsun ŞENUZUN AYKAR, Prof.Dr Zümra ARICAK ALICIKUŞ The research complies with ethical standards and has received approval from [insert name of ethics committee].

This study investigates a low-cost, non-pharmacological intervention that has the potential to improve symptom management and quality of life in cancer patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Volunteer to participate in the study,
• 18 years of age and older,
• No hearing problems,
• No communication and speech problems

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those diagnosed with psychiatric and neurological diseases,