What is neurologic music therapy designed to improve?

Neurologic music therapy (NMT) is a specialized, evidence-based approach primarily focused on neurorehabilitation, which is the recovery of neurologic function.1

This practice is designed to improve the following areas:

• Sensorimotor functions: Techniques such as patterned sensory enhancement are used to support physical movement and motor control.1
• Speech functions: Therapeutic singing and other methods are employed to assist in the recovery or improvement of speech and language capabilities.1
• Cognitive functions: Auditory perception training and other NMT techniques are utilized to address and enhance cognitive processes.1

By applying scientific, evidence-based practices, NMT aims to facilitate functional recovery in patients, often involving collaboration with other allied health practitioners such as physical, occupational, and speech therapists.1