Music Therapy as a Non-Pharmacological Treatment Approach for Parkinson’s Disease: A Mini Review

Abstract

Music offers significant benefits to the human body, especially in treating neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease. Pharmacological approaches often fall short, leading to increased interest in complementary therapies. Music therapy, in particular, has shown great potential in managing neurological disorders by influencing brain connections, thereby improving the quality of life for Parkinson's patients. Given that Parkinson's has no cure and drug therapies are costly and insufficient, non-pharmacological interventions are essential. This paper explores recent literature on the relationship between the brain and music therapy, focusing on its impact on Parkinson's disease. It specifically examines how music-based practices can be used to repair functions that have been neurologically damaged by the disease while also fostering meaningful relationships with therapists or among patients. The aim is to enhance understanding of music education and its vital role in promoting human well-being.