Singing interventions for people living with Parkinson's: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To evaluate the effects of singing interventions on well-being, mental health and communication, motor and respiratory functions through meta-analysis and to examine the practices used in the singing interventions.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Inclusion criteria

Both randomised and non-randomised studies, involving participants living with Parkinson's and receiving singing interventions.

Data sources

Four databases (CINAHL, Medline, PsycINFO, Web of Science) and Google Scholar were searched. The last search was conducted on 3 April 2025.

Primary and secondary outcome measures

Eligible studies reported on the following outcomes: quality of life, voice-related acoustic measures, respiratory function, mental health and motor functi

SUBMITTER: Irons JY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12645629 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature