What are the benefits of music therapy treatment for people with

Multiple Sclerosis?

• Rhythm based gait and pre-gait exercises can improve coordination and increase strength for everyday movements such as standing, walking, balancing, and stopping and starting movements.

• Interventions targeting core, torso, back, and neck muscles can improve strength and posture.

• Music can be used as an effective stimulus for movement and exercise.  The predictable and rhythmic nature of music creates an improvement in neurologic coordination.  Music can also be used to slow breath and heart rate to promote a relaxation response.  

• Relaxation based interventions using the client’s preferred music can decrease cortisol levels and promote balanced dopamine and serotonin levels to facilitate a relaxation response.