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The magic of music

Thursday, 07 October 2010 13:40

If music is a universal language, then it's no surprise that our dedicated music therapists are able to communicate with so many of our sick kids. 

For many with brain injuries or impairment, music therapy is an integral part of their rehabilitation and recovery, with research proving the neurological benefits of using music as part of treatment.

Our team of music therapists, headed by Maggie Leung, recently launched a DVD and CD designed to help parents understand the ways music can be used to assist in their child's recovery from serious injury.

Music helps build, or re-build, important neurological pathways that allow kids to regain control of language, speech and coordination.

Through singing, dancing and improvising on a range of instruments, music therapy allows for engagement with children and their families in a fun and positive way.

It also provides opportunities for children to express their feelings and increases their motivation to get better. It works closely with doctors, speech therapists, occupational therapists and physiotherapists to maximise the overall recovery of each child.

This DVD and CD is an Australian-first tool which is available to all parents of sick kids using music therapy as part of their treatment from September 2010.

With your help the Royal Children's Hospital Foundation can continue to work wonders for sick kids and help them lead happy and vibrant lives.

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