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Using sound waves reduces stress levels and acute postoperative pain

Abstract:

Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of therapy with custom sound sequences in patients who underwent scheduled surgery, regarding stress, postoperative pain and hospital stay, compared with a group of patients who underwent scheduled surgery without the use of therapy of sound sequences. Methods: 160 patients, all over 18, who underwent scheduled surgery in which included (general surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, vascular, and neurological); 80 patients received sound wave therapy, and 80 patients did not receive it. Surveys on levels of stress and pain before surgery were applied; in the immediate postoperative and 24 hours postoperative. Results: A higher incidence of 35%, although not signifi cant, regarding pain and stress, in patients who didn’t receive sound therapy. Conclusions: Patients receiving sound therapy showed much lower levels of stress, pain and decreased hospital stay.