Strumming for the brain: could ukulele lessons sharpen minds in MS?
NCT ID NCT07759115
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a 12-week online ukulele learning program, called Music-4-MS, can improve cognitive function in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Half the participants will learn to play the ukulele, while the other half will simply listen to music they enjoy. The goal is to see if this music-based approach is feasible and acceptable, and whether it might support thinking and emotional well-being.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- A 12-week online ukulele learning program (Music-4-MS) compared to passive music listening.
- What this could lead to
- If feasible and effective, this could offer a new, engaging way to support cognitive health in people with MS.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study, so it may not show clear cognitive benefits. Results may not generalize to all people with MS.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas, 78712, United States
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