Effects of α-Wave Music and Art Appreciation on Hand Function

초록

Purpose: The Purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of α-wave music and art appreciation on hand function. Methods: A total of 22 university students participated in this study (10 males and 12 females). Twelve subjects received α-wave music and art appreciation. The other subjects received neither. All subjects were assessed for hand function (manual dexterity, power grip, pinch, lateral pinch, tactile sense) using a Purdue pegboard, dynamometer, pinch gauge, and Semmes-Weinstein monofilament wire. The data were analyzed using paired and independent t-test. Results: The results were as follows: 1. In the experimental group, manual dexterity and tactile sense were significantly increased between pre- and post-intervention (p<0.005). within the control group, manual dexterity and power grip were significantly increased between pre- and post-test (p<0.05). 2. With regard to dexterity and tactile sense, the experimental group experienced a significant post-intervention increase compared to the control group (p<0.05). there was no significant difference in power grip, pinch, or lateral pinch changes between the two groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: The results of this study show that α-wave music and art appreciation affect hand function with regard to manual dexterity and tactile sense.

키워드