Music is an important part of the healing environment, facilitating relaxation and pain management. It can also help young children who must spend time away from home and school settings to meet developmental milestones as part of their cognitive development.

For Becky ickes, music therapist for Cardon Childrens' Medical Center, helping young patients to just "be kids" is top priority.

She talks about her role in patient care, and why music can empower children to cope with medical challenges, to participate in their treatment, and help them to heal.

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