Exploring how singing can improve heart health in older adults with cardiovascular disease
Evaluating the Impact of Singing Interventions on Markers of Cardiovascular Health in Older Patients with Cardiovascular Disease
This study is looking at whether singing for 30 minutes can help improve heart health in older adults with heart disease, making it easier for them to enjoy music while also feeling better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10693212 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of singing on cardiovascular health in older patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. It aims to determine whether engaging in singing for 30 minutes can lead to improvements in important heart health markers, such as endothelial function and heart rate variability. The study will incorporate personal music preferences and involve a music therapist to enhance the experience. By focusing on older adults, the research addresses the challenges they face in participating in traditional cardiac rehabilitation due to comorbidities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with cardiovascular disease who may have difficulty participating in conventional cardiac rehabilitation programs.
Not a fit: Patients without cardiovascular disease or those who are unable to participate in singing activities due to severe respiratory or other health limitations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a novel, accessible intervention to improve heart health and quality of life for older adults with cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have performed: While the effects of singing on cardiovascular health have not been extensively studied, preliminary pilot data suggests potential benefits, indicating that this approach is innovative and may lead to significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kulinski, Jacquelyn P — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Kulinski, Jacquelyn P
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.