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Drum-PD/HD: The Impact of Group Drum-Based Music Therapy Intervention on Quality of Life and Motor Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease and Huntington's Disease
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Group Drumming Music Therapy for Parkinson Disease and Huntington Disease. Completed, enrolled 18 participants across 1 site.
Signals
Detailed Summary
Participants in this study (18-89 years) with Parkinson's disease or Huntington's disease receive drum classes twice a week for 12 weeks (24 lessons). All participants also participate in study visits for assessments before the beginning of the study, at the 6 week mark, at the 12 week mark and at the 18 week mark so that the investigators can assess the short and long term effects of drum classes on hand dexterity, upper extremity function and well-being.
Study Details
Timeline
Arms & Interventions
Participants with PD and their caregivers receive group drum classes twice a week for 12 weeks (24 lessons).
Participants with HD and their caregivers receive group drum classes twice a week for 12 weeks (24 lessons).
Interventions
All 24 Armstrong Rhythm Cycle™ sessions is conducted in a circle to ensure maximum line of sight for each participant. A variety of diverse percussion instruments ranging from hand drums, stick drums, shakers, and rhythm sticks are available as well as adaptive measures to address limited physical functioning. Instrument choice is dependent on ease of use for the level of the physical ability, skill development needs, and personal choice. Participants are informed that the participants free to use the same instrument for the duration of each session or to switch instruments at any time. Utilizing the five components of The Armstrong Rhythm Method, this protocol guides participants through three phases to achieve rhythmic skill development and group cohesion for therapeutic benefit.