Healing Melodies

We all know that our environment is conducive to our state of being in terms of one's mood and health. Music therapy takes advantage of this correlation; it is the use of sound to improve and/or maintain health. With the advent of our final years there is a natural depression that creeps into our minds; music can naturally combat this, as well as, reduce stress and anger.
Environment is particularly important in hospitals;  a simple vase can brighten up the room. As can music. Research shows that ambient music can speed up recovery and help relieve pain. I propose incorporating this into as many hospitals as we can, especially in convalescent wards. The difference may not be felt immediately but I am sure there will be a marginal improvement, and as we all know, every quantum counts.
Music therapy is not just about feeling better; I firmly believe that music that induces fear, sadness and other emotions generally categorized as negative can still have an overall positive effect on the listener. This can be a cathartic experience that rids his or her system of these feelings.
The most important part of music therapy for the elderly (in my opinion) is the creation of music by the subject. Although this may not appeal to everyone, the minds of those who do take part will be kept active, preventing mental stagnation.
Altogether, the various facets of music therapy extensively cater to the needs of the healthy and the sick, across the ageline.