Music Therapy for Anxiety and Pain Reduction in Newly Insulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes Patients

This study focuses on people with Type 2 diabetes who have recently started insulin therapy. The main goal is to understand how music therapy can help reduce anxiety and pain associated with insulin injections. Diabetes is a growing concern worldwide, and managing blood sugar levels is crucial to prevent complications. Starting insulin therapy can be daunting for many, often leading to delayed treatment due to fears about pain, potential harm, or the belief that insulin will limit one's lifestyle. This study aims to address these concerns by exploring the potential benefits of music therapy, a non-invasive method known to reduce anxiety and pain, and improve compliance. Music has been used for therapeutic purposes since ancient times and has shown positive effects on human health, activities, and cognition. In this randomized controlled study, participants will experience music therapy while receiving their insulin injections. The study measures the impact of music therapy using two scales: the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and the Visual Pain Scale (VAS). The STAI scale assesses both the current state of anxiety and the general anxiety trait of an individual. The VAS, on the other hand, measures the level of pain experienced by the patient, ranging from 'no pain' to 'very severe pain'. The results of these scales will help determine if music therapy can effectively reduce anxiety and pain associated with insulin injections in individuals with Type 2 diabetes.