Parkinson's patients may move better with music therapy

NCT ID NCT07661524

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study will test whether active music therapy (with a therapist) or passive music therapy (just listening to music) can improve exercise ability and motivation in 28 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will do sit-to-stand and walking tests while receiving music therapy. The goal is to see if music can make exercise more effective and enjoyable.

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 (active or passive)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, enjoyable way to boost exercise performance and motivation in people with Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (28 people) that hasn't started yet. Results may not apply to everyone with Parkinson's, and the benefits may be modest or not appear at all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity Nerve Degeneration Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PARKINSON DISEASE (PD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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