Music as medicine: could ukulele lessons rebuild young brains after cancer?

NCT ID NCT07769099

NEW Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a year of music training can improve thinking, memory, and quality of life in children who have recovered from brain tumors. About 236 children aged 7-16 will either receive regular care or join a ukulele program with weekly group and online sessions. Researchers will measure cognitive skills and well-being before and after the training to see if music can support brain recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: A one-year musical training program using the ukulele, with weekly group and online sessions.
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a fun, non-drug way to support thinking, memory, and well-being in childhood brain tumor survivors.
What could go wrong: The trial is early and results are uncertain. Music training may not improve brain function for all children, and participation requires a year-long commitment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain cancer brain neoplasm childhood malignant neoplasm neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BRAIN TUMOR CANCER CHILDHOOD

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Hong Kong Children's Hospital, Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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