Rhythmic musical intervention improves response time of memory tests: A pilot study on the application of a digital cognitive assessment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Memory complaints are the early symptoms of cognitive impairment, and they usually bring anxiety about cognitive deterioration among the elderly population. Musical interventions were demonstrated to relieve dementia symptoms. This pilot study investigated the potential benefits of rhythmic musical intervention, African drumming, on cognitive function and mood status with traditional and digital assessments for elderly participants.

Method

Participants were recruited through social media. The musical intervention was arranged by drumming instructors certified by the Hong Kong Association of African Drumming. Participants joined regular training classes with eight lessons, which covered rhythmic clapping and drumming, power control, and overall performance with son

SUBMITTER: Hao Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11307344 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature