Clinical trials
Music clinical trials
Below are recruiting music clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 199 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06848218Recruiting
Music therapy during non-invasive breathing support for children
This study tests if music therapy can help children who are receiving breathing support (non-invasive ventilation) in the pediatric intensive care unit. It aims to reduce stress and discomfort during treatment.
MontpellierAges Up to 17 years - NCT06853158Recruiting
Music therapy study for quality of life in sickle cell disease
This study tests if music therapy can improve quality of life for people with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain. You would join a music therapy group and share your feedback to help researchers see if this approach helps.
Cleveland, OhioAges 14 years+ - NCT06108375Recruiting
Live vs recorded music therapy for palliative care patients
This trial compares live music therapy to a recorded version for people in palliative care. It aims to see which format is more acceptable and comforting for patients with advanced illness.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06804304Recruiting
Music therapy rehab after stroke via video calls
This trial tests whether music-based therapy sessions done over video calls can help improve thinking, language, or arm movement after a stroke. It may be a good fit if your stroke happened at least 3 months ago and you have some ongoing cognitive or physical difficulties.
HelsinkiAges 30–80 - NCT06729294Recruiting
Does music help during knee replacement surgery?
This study tests if listening to music during knee replacement surgery under spinal anesthesia can lower anxiety, pain, and stress hormone levels. It may help make the experience calmer for patients.
Kocasinan, KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT06710886Recruiting
Listening to calming music
This trial studies whether listening to calming music can help people feel better. You will listen to music during an online workshop and share how it affects you.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–89 - NCT06699745Enrolling by invitation
Music vs. white noise for kids during endoscopy
This study compares playing music or white noise during a child's first endoscopy to see which helps them feel more comfortable. It might help your child relax during the procedure.
Istanbul, AvcilarAges 6–12 - NCT06595953RecruitingPhase 2
Music therapy with CBT for child anxiety
This study tests if adding a special music therapy that responds to where your child looks during cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce anxiety better than CBT alone. It is designed for children 8–17 with separation, generalized, or social anxiety.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–17 - NCT06591533Recruiting
Music therapy for children during breathing tube removal
This study uses music therapy to help children stay calm and have stable vital signs while their breathing tube is removed. It may help reduce stress during this important step.
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.Ages 1 month–17 years - NCT06571006Enrolling by invitation
Music therapy for pain relief during spinal tap in babies
This study tests whether playing gentle music during a lumbar puncture (a spinal tap) can help lower a baby's pain. It's for newborn infants who need this procedure and have normal hearing.
ErzurumAges 1 month–1 month - NCT06576219Enrolling by invitation
My Life is Music group therapy for teens with persistent pain
This study tests whether a group therapy program called 'My Life is Music' can help teenagers with ongoing pain. It looks at how well the program works and if it's a good fit for teens.
HelsinkiAges 13–17 - 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+ - NCT06513910Recruiting
Studying how social music affects the brain
This trial looks at how listening to music with others changes brain activity. It may help us understand the social benefits of music.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 16 years+ - NCT06425237Recruiting
Aromatherapy and music for stress during brain scan
This study tests if calming scents (aromatherapy) and relaxing music can help reduce stress during a brain artery scan (cerebral arteriography). If you are scheduled for this scan, the study may offer a way to feel more at ease during the procedure.
RouenAges 18 years+ - NCT06005181Recruiting
Music training for children with FASD
This study tests whether music training can help children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). It aims to see if learning music improves brain function and behavior.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 8–16 - NCT06017947Recruiting
Can music reduce anxiety during ambulance transport after a heart attack?
This study tests whether listening to music during the ambulance ride to the hospital can help reduce anxiety in people who are having a heart attack or similar heart problem.
Saint-Pierre, Île de La RéunionAges 18 years+ - NCT05945264Recruiting
Music for preventing early labor
This study tests whether listening to music during pregnancy can help prevent preterm birth. It is designed for healthy pregnant women in their first trimester.
New York, New YorkAges 18–40 - NCT05880225Recruiting
Rhythm play training for autistic toddlers
This study tests whether reciprocal play and music rhythm activities can help autistic toddlers better respond to social interaction and timing. It is designed for young children and may offer structured, parent-friendly activities as part of the training.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 1.5 years–3 years - NCT05880719Recruiting
Music-based computer program for memory after first psychosis
This study tests whether using a computer-based music program can help improve memory and thinking in young people who have had their first episode of psychosis. Participants will work in small groups with the program to see if it helps their cognitive skills.
CaenAges 18–30 - NCT05589220Recruiting
Music and nicotine patches to reduce cravings in student smokers
This study tests whether combining music therapy with nicotine replacement (like a patch or gum) can reduce smoking cravings when students try to quit. It’s aimed at motivated students who smoke regularly and want help with quitting.
PoitiersAges 18–25 - NCT05537467Recruiting
Music during exercise for people with heart failure
This trial tests whether listening to music while you exercise can improve how well you can exercise when you have heart failure. It is mainly looking for adults who can safely do an exercise test and communicate in English.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT05505019Recruiting
Using music to reduce apathy in Parkinson’s disease
This study tests whether music can help reduce apathy (low motivation) in people with Parkinson’s disease. It may help your mood and daily drive by targeting brain and behavior pathways tied to apathy.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 40–85 - NCT05477862Enrolling by invitation
Improvised music for Alzheimer's anxiety
This study looks at how creating music in the moment (improvisation) affects anxiety and brain function in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It may help reduce agitation and improve quality of life.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 55–100 - NCT05289934Recruiting
Recorded music to see how it affects seizures
This study is testing whether listening to recorded music can change seizure activity and brain-wave patterns in children monitored in an epilepsy center. Your child might benefit by helping researchers learn how music could affect seizures during close observation.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 4–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for music?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 199 recruiting music 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 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 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
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