Music and Six-Minute Walk-Distance- One Step at a Time: Commentary on “Rhythmic auditory stimulation increases 6-minute walk distance in individuals with COPD: A repeated measures study

Authors

Annie Heiderscheit, Augsburg UniversityFollow
Sikandar Khan, Indiana University School of Medicine
Babar Khan, Indiana University School of Medicine
Linda Chlan, Mayo Clinic

Document Type

Editorial

Publication Date

5-1-2020

DOI

10.1016/j.hrtlng.2020.02.042

Abstract

The article by Hernandez and colleagues published in this edition of Heart & Lung, reports on original research exploring the use of rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS) to increase the 6-minute distance walk with individuals diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The authors provide clear rationale regarding the use of music to stimulate movement, increase exercise tolerance, and to distract participants from the perception of dyspnea. Through this report, we offer further insights specifically focused on the RAS process, including vital considerations when implementing a music-based intervention in clinical practice settings.

Comments

The final formatted version of this article is published in the journal Heart & Lung at https://www.heartandlung.org/article/S0147-9563(20)30056-X/abstract

Recommended Citation

Heiderscheit, Annie; Khan, Sikandar; Khan, Babar; and Chlan, Linda, "Music and Six-Minute Walk-Distance- One Step at a Time: Commentary on “Rhythmic auditory stimulation increases 6-minute walk distance in individuals with COPD: A repeated measures study" (2020). Faculty Authored Articles. 47.
https://idun.augsburg.edu/faculty_scholarship/47