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Impact of Non-traditional Guitar Group Instruction on Functional Movement and Well-being in Parkinson's Disease Patients
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Non-traditional group guitar instruction for Parkinson's Disease. Completed, enrolled 26 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This controlled prospective cohort study is designed to assess the feasibility and effect of twice-weekly 60 minute non-traditional guitar classes on PD patient's self-reported and measurable outcomes including upper extremity function, motor findings, quality of life, mood, and cognitive findings. 24-30 individuals with PD will be randomly assigned to an early-start and a late-start guitar instruction group. Prior to conducting a larger study, this study seeks to assess the possibility that participation in an instrumental performance activity in a group setting may improve outcomes in PD patients.
Study Details
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Interventions
A 6-week curriculum for non-traditional training in finger-style guitar has been developed with rhythmic and goal oriented upper extremity and finger movements. Guitar group intervention will be implemented at the Towson campus of the Peabody Preparatory. Intervention approaches will include rhythmic digital grip with finger isolation, goal directed rhythmic reach on the fret-board and rhythmic alternating tap-like digit and hand movements on the guitar. Participants will be provided with the instruments in the group setting without expectation of practice at home.