~50 spots leftby Dec 2025

Therapeutic Music Sessions for Critical Illness

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Overseen byJoseph J. Schlesinger
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

Noise in the ICU can worsen patient outcomes through factors such as increased cardiovascular stress, alteration in sleep, and increased discomfort or pain The purpose of this study is to determine the benefit of therapeutic music in the ICU on patients, their families, and ICU staff.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adult ICU patients at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, their family members, and ICU staff present during music sessions. Excluded are those with certain isolation precautions, unstable vital signs, pregnant women, prisoners, or anyone unable to communicate in English.

Inclusion Criteria

Patient Inclusion Criteria: Current hospitalization in adult ICU at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Family Member Inclusion Criteria: Family member of ICU patient
ICU Clinical Staff Inclusion Criteria: ICU clinical staff who are in the patient's room during the music session
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Exclusion Criteria

I am not pregnant, imprisoned, or in isolation. My blood pressure and heart rate are stable. I can communicate in English and am willing to participate.
ICU Clinical Staff Exclusion Criteria: Refusal to participate
My family member cannot communicate in English or refuses to participate.

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Therapeutic Music Session (Behavioral Intervention)
Trial OverviewThe study aims to assess the impact of live therapeutic music sessions on relaxation and pain relief among critically ill patients in the ICU as well as its effects on their families and medical staff.
Participant Groups
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Therapeutic Music SessionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Find a Clinic Near You

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Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, TN
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Vanderbilt University Medical CenterLead Sponsor

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