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Music therapy shows promise for easing PMS

NCT ID NCT07217418

Symptom relief Sponsor: West Chester University of Pennsylvania Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether music therapy could help college students with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Twenty participants were split into three groups: one listened to calming music, one sang, and one played instruments. Researchers measured their brain waves, heart rate, muscle tension, anxiety, and pain before, during, and after the session. The goal was to see if music could help them relax and feel better.

What this could mean

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Active substance
music therapy (listening, singing, instrumental playing)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help manage PMS symptoms like anxiety and pain.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also relies on self-reported symptoms, which can be subjective.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

20 people

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Started

Feb 2024

Finished

Jun 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants were biologically female individuals who reported experiencing premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in the initial survey and were currently in their menstrual cycle. Only those who were 7-10 days prior to the onset of their period were eligible to participate in the intervention. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who identify as transgender women

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Conditions

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premenstrual tension

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Menstrual symptoms Premenstrual syndrome

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Marywood University

    Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18509, United States

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