Impact of music on exercise capacity in heart failure patients
Effect of Music on Cardiopulmonary Exercise Capacity in Heart Failure Patients
This study is testing whether listening to upbeat music can help people with heart failure exercise better and feel more relaxed during their workouts.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Kentucky Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lexington, Kentucky) |
| Trial ID | NCT05537467 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how listening to music affects exercise capacity in adults with systolic heart failure during cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a music group, where they will listen to upbeat music, or a control group without music. The study aims to determine if music can enhance exercise performance and overall quality of life by potentially reducing anxiety and improving cardiovascular responses. The results will be compared between the two groups to assess the effectiveness of music as an intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with systolic heart failure who can consent and speak English.
Not a fit: Patients with severe hearing deficiencies or those unable to exercise will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve exercise capacity and quality of life for heart failure patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive effects of music on heart failure patients, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (age \>18 years) * Able to consent * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Severe hearing deficiency * Unable to exercise.
Where this trial is running
Lexington, Kentucky
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, Kentucky, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maya T Ignaszewski, MD — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Peggy J Hardesty, APRN, MSN
- Email: peggy.hardesty@uky.edu
- Phone: 859-323-0295
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.