Publication: Innovative Angklung Based Intervention For Elderly Care: A Case Study On The Development Of Aslung And Digital Application As Assistive Tools
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2025-02
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Bakri, Muhammad Asyraf Mohd
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Angklung, a traditional musical instrument known for its intervention and therapeutic benefits, remains underutilized in malaysia despite its potential to enhance elderly well-being. With the growing need for non-pharmacological interventions, this study explores angklung as a therapeutic tool within technology-assisted treatment facilities. The research objectives include (i) identifying how musical instruments such as angklung can be used as a therapy medium for the elderly in technology-assisted treatment facilities, (ii) analyzing responses from patients, caregivers, doctors, musicians, and instrument makers regarding the use of angklung as an art-based intervention, (iii) developing and innovating assistive tools such as aslung and the digital visual notation conductor (dvnc) for angklung musical instrument aids suitable for the elderly, and (iv) validating these assistive tools through usability tests by assessing user responses, including patients, caregivers, doctors, and referral experts, regarding their effectiveness in elderly rehabilitation activities in care centers. A qualitative approach was employed, incorporating observations and semi-structured interviews at shalis care,
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Music therapy