Music-Enhanced exercise shows promise for dementia patients

NCT ID NCT07123077

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding Turkish music to a functional exercise program helps older adults with mild dementia more than exercise alone. Forty participants from a nursing home did exercises twice a week for 8 weeks, with half listening to music during the sessions. Researchers measured balance, daily living skills, hand strength, and quality of life before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Turkish music-accompanied functional exercise program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, enjoyable way to help older adults with mild dementia maintain balance, daily function, and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the benefits may be modest or not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MILD DEMENTIA MUSIC THERAPY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Atlas Nursing Home

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Istanbul Huzur Hospital ve Dinleme Evleri Foundation

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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