Effects of five-element music therapy on chemotherapy patients with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Tao Sun, Ruping Zhao, Xishen Shan et al.
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This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of Five-Element Music Therapy (FEMT) on emotional state, sleep quality, and quality of life in 1588 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The analysis revealed that FEMT significantly reduced anxiety scores (SAS: MD = -7.16) and depression scores (SDS: MD = -7.07), while improving sleep quality (PSQI: MD = -2.52) and overall health status (QLQ-C30: MD = 9.27).
Key findings
- FEMT reduced anxiety scores significantly (SAS: MD = -7.16, p < 0.00001).
- FEMT decreased depression scores (SDS: MD = -7.07, p < 0.00001).
- FEMT improved sleep quality (PSQI: MD = -2.52, p < 0.00001).
- FEMT enhanced overall health status (QLQ-C30: MD = 9.27, p < 0.00001).
Why it matters
The findings suggest that FEMT may serve as a complementary intervention to alleviate psychological distress and enhance quality of life in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, which is crucial for holistic patient care.
What to keep in mind
The methodological quality of included studies was generally low, with most outcomes graded as low or very low certainty evidence.