Using music therapy to improve cognitive function in elderly with mild cognitive impairment
Effects of Multimodal Music Intervention on Cognitive Function, Physical Fitness and Psychology of the Community Dwelling Elderly With Mild Cognitive Impairment
This study is testing if a twelve-week music therapy program can help older adults with mild cognitive impairment improve their thinking skills and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06324227 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of a twelve-week multimodal music therapy intervention on elderly individuals diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia. Participants are randomly assigned to either an experimental group, which receives music therapy sessions twice a week, or a control group with no intervention. The study aims to assess improvements in cognitive function, physical fitness, and psychological well-being through various standardized assessments. The research is grounded in the music, mood, and movement (MMM) theory, which connects psychological and physical aspects of health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are elderly individuals aged 65 and older who have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia.
Not a fit: Patients with severe hearing impairments or those unable to communicate in Chinese or Taiwanese may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could enhance cognitive function and overall well-being in elderly patients with mild cognitive impairment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with music therapy in improving cognitive function in similar populations, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosed with mild dementia * not diagnosed with dementia, but are suspected cases, including chief complaint or clinical dementia rating scale 0.5. * more than 65 years old Exclusion Criteria: * having severe hearing impairment, or can not talk with Chinese or Taiwanese * having exercise contraindication * diagnosed with other psychiatric disorders
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- NationalYangMingU — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tzu Ting Huang, Professor
- Email: thuang@nycu.edu.tw
- Phone: 02-28267016
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.