Clinical trials
Music Intervention clinical trials
Below are recruiting music intervention clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 76 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06879769Recruiting
Better heart CT scan preparation study
This study looks at how to improve the preparation and imaging techniques for heart CT scans. It may help make the scan more comfortable and accurate for people who already have a heart CT scheduled.
Stockholm, HuddingeAges 18 years+ - NCT05503290Recruiting
Music sessions for pregnant people with epilepsy
This trial tests whether a guided music program (called “The Lullaby Project”) can be helpful during pregnancy for people with epilepsy. It focuses on participating in online musical sessions while you’re pregnant.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05929352Recruiting
Group song-making for people who hear voices daily
This trial studies whether a supportive group activity—song-making—can help people who hear voices. It specifically targets people who hear voices very often and may compare symptoms before and after the sessions.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–65 - NCT06621771Recruiting
Piano therapy for hand recovery after a first stroke
This study tests whether playing the piano (for the first time) can help improve arm and hand movement after a stroke. You would practice piano exercises to regain dexterity and coordination.
Laval, QuebecAges 40–74 - NCT06152211Recruiting
Music therapy for aging and Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests if music-based activities can help older adults with or without Alzheimer's. You'll attend weekly music sessions and be assessed over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07538427Recruiting
Music Therapy for Health in Rural Elder Care
This study explores whether music can improve health and wellbeing in older adults living in rural care facilities. Researchers will work with residents to understand how music might help with mood, memory, and quality of life.
Flagstaff, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT06536504Recruiting
Music before brain surgery for stress and pain
This study looks at whether listening to live or recorded music before brain or spine surgery can help reduce stress, improve mood, and lessen pain. You may be able to join if you are scheduled for neurosurgery and can hear and speak English.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07217821Recruiting
Music and imagery for chronic pain
This study tests a step-by-step approach using music and guided imagery to help people with long-term muscle or joint pain. It's done from home using a device, so you don't need to travel.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07631845Recruiting
Music and breathing exercises to improve mood and resilience in older adults
This study tests whether combining music with breathing exercises can help older adults manage anxiety and depression. You'll learn techniques that may improve your emotional well-being and resilience.
Hong KongAges 65 years+ - NCT07481968Enrolling by invitation
Music mindfulness for children in the community
This study tests whether a fun, music-based mindfulness program in the community can help children manage emotions and improve well-being. It is for children ages 8 to 12 who are new to mindfulness.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 8–12 - NCT07222475Recruiting
Songwriting for relaxation in sickle cell teens
This trial explores whether writing calming songs can help teenagers with sickle cell disease feel more relaxed. Teens ages 11-18 who get care at a pediatric center can join.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 11–18 - NCT07024979Recruiting
Music therapy for university students' mental health
This trial tests whether a music therapy program can help university students with moderate stress, social problems, or trouble adjusting to college life. It aims to improve your mental health and well-being.
Hong KongAges 18–35 - NCT07052318Recruiting
Music app for stress relief in early alcohol recovery
This study tests whether listening to music through a smartphone app can help reduce stress for people who are in the first year of recovery from alcohol use disorder. If you're 18-35 and have a smartphone, you may be able to join.
Spokane, WashingtonAges 18–35 - NCT07541560Recruiting
Group Activities and Music for Stroke Recovery
This study tests whether group leisure activities and music training can help people recover better after a stroke. You would participate in these activities during your hospital stay in the first few weeks after your stroke.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07165925Recruiting
Music lessons to build resilience in children from low-income families
This study tests whether music training can help build emotional strength in children aged 8-12 from low-income families in Hong Kong. It specifically looks at children who may be at risk for depression or anxiety.
Hong KongAges 8–12 - NCT07705373Recruiting
Music-based walking program for Parkinson's disease
This study tests a personalized music program that helps people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking and make it more automatic. You listen to specially chosen music while walking, which may help you move more easily and safely.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40 years+ - NCT07646509Recruiting
Mobile app to reduce physical symptoms from stress
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help people with somatic symptom disorder—a condition where stress and emotional distress cause ongoing physical symptoms that don't have a clear medical explanation. The app sends you check-ins and guidance throughout your day to help reduce these symptoms.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18–65 - NCT05606432Recruiting
Movement-to-music exercise program for people with mobility limits
This study tests whether a movement-to-music exercise program at home can improve cardiometabolic health (health related to heart and blood sugar) for adults who use a wheelchair and are not already exercising regularly. You may benefit if you can exercise using your arms and can do moderate activity safely.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–89 - NCT05223192Recruiting
Testing music to improve breathing and brain oxygen in preemies
This study looks at whether planned music sessions can help preterm babies breathe more steadily and improve oxygen reaching the brain. It may help staff learn how to use music therapy safely for newborns in the NICU.
New York, New YorkAges 6 months–9 months - NCT06815653RecruitingPhase 1
Preparing for psychedelics with meditation or music
This study tests whether a meditation-based music program or a music-only program helps people prepare for a psychedelic experience. It's looking for people who have used psychedelics very little before and have no major health issues.
LondonAges 21–65 - NCT06790914Recruiting
Testing a method to reduce pain after lung cancer surgery
This study looks at whether a special care during surgery can reduce extra sensitivity to pain (called hyperalgesia) after a keyhole lung cancer operation. It aims to find better ways to make recovery less painful.
Fujian, FuzhouAges 18 years+ - NCT07676110Recruiting
Music and nature visuals for emotional well-being
This study tests if listening to enhanced music and watching natural visuals can improve your emotional health. You'll use your own headphones and a smartphone or tablet to take part.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 13 years+ - NCT07715591Recruiting
Relaxing breathing during awake cataract surgery
This study tests a special breathing and pain education program to help you stay calm and comfortable during cataract surgery while you are awake. It may reduce pain and anxiety without extra medicine.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06382324Recruiting
Mindfulness for knee recovery after ACL surgery
This study tests whether practicing mindfulness within the first month after ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery can help with your mental well-being during recovery. You'll learn techniques to stay calm and focused.
Keelung, TaiwanAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for music intervention?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 76 recruiting music intervention studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a music intervention trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a music intervention trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.