Group appointment outcomes

Cleveland Clinic researchers recently shared in BMJ Open, that functional medicine-based shared medical appointments (SMAs) improved patient outcomes as compared to care delivered in individual appointments and were less costly to deliver. 

That’s really exciting to me and to the future of GROOVE THERAPY™.

Access to mental health services is a pressing problem, and the knowledge that providing services in group context may be more helpful longterm than services delivered individually emphasize all the strengths of the GROOVE THERAPY™ principles.

Do you love to drum? Do you want to stay healthy? If so, then group drumming might be just the thing for you!

Group drumming is a great way to improve your physical and mental health. It’s a fun and active activity that can help you to:

  • Reduce stress and anxiety. The rhythmic beating of drums can help to calm your mind and body.
  • Improve your mood. Drumming can be a great way to boost your energy levels and feel more positive.
  • Increase your self-esteem. Learning to drum can help you to feel more confident and accomplished.
  • Make new friends. Group drumming is a great way to meet new people and socialize.
  • Get some exercise. Drumming is a low-impact exercise that can help you to stay healthy and fit.

In addition to these benefits, group drumming has also been shown to have a number of other health benefits, including:

  • Reduced pain. The rhythmic beating of drums can help to stimulate the production of endorphins, which are natural pain relievers.
  • Improved cognitive function. Drumming can help to improve coordination, focus, and memory.
  • Reduced stress. Drumming can be a great way to release stress and tension.
  • Improved social skills. Drumming can help to improve communication, teamwork, and cooperation.
  • Reduced isolation. Drumming can help people to connect with others and feel a sense of community.

So what are you waiting for? Get drumming today!

How group drumming is being used in healthcare

Group drumming is increasingly being used in healthcare settings to help people with a variety of health conditions. For example, group drumming has been shown to be effective in reducing pain, anxiety, and depression in people with chronic conditions. It has also been shown to improve cognitive function and social skills.

One study found that group drumming was more effective than traditional therapy in reducing pain and anxiety in people with chronic pain. The study also found that group drumming was associated with a significant reduction in healthcare costs.

Another study found that group drumming was effective in improving cognitive function in people with Alzheimer’s disease. The study also found that group drumming helped to reduce stress and anxiety in caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Group drumming is a safe and effective way to improve health and well-being. If you’re looking for a fun and healthy way to improve your health, then group drumming might just be the thing for you!

Final Thoughts 

If this blog post has inspired you to give group drumming a try. It’s a great way to have fun, get healthy, and connect with others. You’re welcome to join me on the Facebook group GROOVE SESSIONS® Live.

Beidelschies, M., Alejandro-Rodriguez, M., Guo, N., et al. (2021). Patient outcomes and costs associated with functional medicine-based care in a shared versus individual setting for patients with chronic conditions: A retrospective cohort study. BMJ Open, 11, e048294. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2020-048294

To learn more about GROOVE THERAPY™ as a model for better mental wellness click here.