Singing your way back to words: choir therapy tested for stroke survivors

NCT ID NCT06368323

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether joining a community choir for 12 weeks can improve communication and quality of life for people with chronic aphasia (trouble speaking or understanding language) after a stroke. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to either choir sessions plus home practice or usual care. The goal is to see if singing in a group helps with functional communication and emotional well-being.

What this could mean

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Active substance

choir singing

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a low-cost, enjoyable way to boost communication and confidence in people with aphasia after stroke.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. The benefits may be modest or not apply to everyone, and results depend on regular attendance.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

aphasia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Toronto Metropolitan University

    RECRUITING

    Toronto, Ontario, M5B 0C3, Canada

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  • University of Ottawa

    COMPLETED

    Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada

  • University of South Florida

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Tampa, Florida, 33620, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

  • Université de Montréal

    COMPLETED

    Montreal, Quebec, H3C 3J7, Canada