Drumming away the blues: study tests beat therapy for seniors
NCT ID NCT06489834
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether weekly group drumming for 8 weeks can improve the health of people aged 60 and older living in the community. Researchers will measure changes in quality of life, depression, sleep, and blood pressure. 300 participants will take part, and the goal is to see if this fun, seated activity has lasting benefits.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- group drumming
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, fun activity to improve mood, sleep, and overall well-being in older adults.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding or control group, so results may be due to placebo or social interaction rather than drumming itself.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Singapore, 229899, Singapore
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