Welcome to Music.ALS – the updated version of ALSmusictherapy.org website! Our mission is to improve quality of life and to sustain vital functions of those who are affected by ALS / MND
What is ALS / MND? Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is the most common form of motor neuron disease (MND). These terms are often used interchangeably. Motor
Music therapy is an allied health profession, like physical therapy or speech therapy. Music therapists have theoretical and practical knowledge of music, human psychology and physiology, and work closely with a multidisciplinary
A whole new web page with research results, guidance for PALS, CALS and medical professionals, free music exercises to try, webinars and chapters from the new book on music therapeutics for ALS
Home-Based Music Therapy to Support Bulbar and Respiratory Functions of Persons with Early and Mid-Stage Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis—Protocol and Results from a Feasibility Study Abstract Respiratory failure, malnutrition, aspiration pneumonia, and dehydration
We are excited to let you know that our article titled “Home-based music therapy to support bulbar and respiratory functions of persons with early and mid-stage amyotrophic lateral sclerosis – protocol and
Music therapy is evidence-based professional clinical application of music and its elements to improve psychological, emotional, cognitive, physical and social health and wellbeing of human individuals and communities (Davis, Gfeller, Thaut, &
Have I mentioned my deep appreciation for speech language specialists and physical therapists? Their findings, experience and advice have been indispensable for developing music therapy protocol to support independent breathing, speech, cough
Presentation slides with preliminary research findings. Let me know what you think! I will be happy to answer your questions.