Can a playlist beat meditation for heart health?

NCT ID NCT07338500

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares listening to a curated music playlist with guided mindfulness to see which lowers blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety more in healthy adults. Thirty participants will try both approaches in random order. The goal is to find out if one is more effective and whether personal preferences influence the results.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help people lower their blood pressure and heart rate using music or mindfulness.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy adults, so results may not apply to people with health conditions. It's also not testing a treatment, just comparing two relaxation methods.

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  • Jewish General Hospital

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    Montreal, Quebec, H3T 1E2, Canada

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