Can virtual music therapy match the real thing for stress relief?
NCT ID NCT07581639
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether virtual music therapy can lower stress as well as live music therapy in older adults with memory problems. Thirty-two participants from assisted living facilities took part. Researchers measured stress through surveys, heart rate, and blood pressure before and after music sessions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- music therapy (live or virtual)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could show that virtual music therapy is as effective as live sessions, making stress relief more accessible for older adults.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also relies on self-reported stress, which can be subjective.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Conestoga High School
Berwyn, Pennsylvania, 19312, United States
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