Music may soothe stress in critically ill patients on ventilators

NCT ID NCT06120660

First seen Mar 28, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looked at whether listening to music can lower stress and inflammation in sedated adults on breathing machines in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers measured stress hormones and inflammation markers in the blood before and after a 60-minute music session or standard care. The goal was to see if music could help calm the body's stress response in critically ill patients.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias

    Oviedo, Principality of Asturias, 33011, Spain

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