Beat the odds: music therapy may boost stroke rehab
NCT ID NCT06995092
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a 15-minute session of rhythmic beats (like a metronome) before standard physiotherapy could improve balance and weight shifting in stroke patients. 27 participants were split into two groups: one received the beats plus usual therapy, the other only usual therapy. The goal was to see if this simple addition is practical and worth studying in a larger trial.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Rhythmic auditory stimulation (music therapy with metronome beats)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to improve balance and walking in stroke rehabilitation.
What could go wrong
This is a very small feasibility study with only 27 participants, so results may not be generalizable. It is not designed to prove effectiveness, only to see if the approach is practical.
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Locations
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Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia