Singing together after stroke: a prescription for healing?

NCT ID NCT02328573

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 22, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether six months of group singing can improve mood, quality of life, and language recovery in stroke survivors with aphasia, while also supporting their personal caregivers. Half of the participants will attend weekly singing sessions; the other half will receive standard post-stroke care. Researchers will measure changes through saliva tests and language assessments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: communal singing sessions
What this could lead to: If it works, group singing could become a low-cost, enjoyable way to boost mood and communication after stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with 80 participants. The benefits may be modest or not generalizable, and singing may not improve language outcomes.

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