Effects of music-based group exercise in patients with acquired brain injury-a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive impairment following acquired brain injury (ABI) is common. In this study, we investigated whether music-based group exercise (MBGE) is superior to standard therapy (ST) in improving cognitive deficits. In addition, motivational aspects were investigated. The trial has been registered with the German Register for Clinical Studies (DRKS00025566).

Method

In the experimental group of this randomized controlled trial, sensors were attached to conventional rehabilitation exercise equipment that used software (Jymmin^®) to convert physical activity into good-sounding music. Three patients exercised at the same time and produced a piece of music together. The control group trained individually using the same machines, but without the music-producing s

SUBMITTER: Schrader M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12910475 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature