Music Therapy for Parkinson's Disease

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Overseen ByChristopher G Ballmann, PhD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this pilot study is to identify the effects of active versus passive music therapy on functional ability and psychophysiological responses to goal-directed exercise in people with Parkinson's disease.

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Christopher G Ballmann, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Participants should be able to take part in music therapy and exercise activities.

Inclusion Criteria

My Parkinson's disease is mild to moderate (not severe).
I developed Parkinson's disease at age 50 or older.
I can walk without using any assistive devices.
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Exclusion Criteria

Primary psychiatric disease (non-PD related)
My participation in this study could harm my health or well-being.
I have fallen within the last six weeks.

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Active music therapy
  • Passive music therapy

Trial Overview

The study compares two types of music therapy: active (making or playing music) versus passive (listening to music), to see how each affects movement abilities and responses during exercise in people with Parkinson's disease.

How Is the Trial Designed?

3

Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Passive music therapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Active music therapyExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: ControlActive Control1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,677
Recruited
2,458,000+

Rooted Music Therapy

Collaborator