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Official title Effects of Music Therapy on Psychological States Among Cancer Patients Undergoing MRI Scans and a Relevant Mediator

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06282887

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The primary objective of this study is to examine the effects of a music therapy protocol on improving anxiety, symptom distress, and relaxation among cancer patients who are going through MRI scanning. Physiological data, such as pulse rates and respiration rates will be collected.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 60

You may be able to join if

  • The subject is diagnosed with cancer;
  • The subject is between 18- 60 years old;
  • The subject understands Mandarin, Cantonese, or English;
  • The subject did not use medication for sedatives, anxiolytics, and/or sleep aids;
  • The subject is awake without cognitive disorders;

You likely can't join if

  • The subject withdraws the MRI scan;
  • The subject needs other intervention(s) to complete the scan;
  • The subject has hearing and/or visual impairments;
  • The subject has a history of a severe somatic psychiatric disease or clinically diagnosed mental disorders.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • The subject is diagnosed with cancer;
  • The subject is between 18- 60 years old;
  • The subject understands Mandarin, Cantonese, or English;
  • The subject did not use medication for sedatives, anxiolytics, and/or sleep aids;
  • The subject is awake without cognitive disorders;
  • the subject rates more than 0 on the 0-10 VAS for anxiety;
  • The subject has finished primary school level education.
What rules you out
  • The subject withdraws the MRI scan;
  • The subject needs other intervention(s) to complete the scan;
  • The subject has hearing and/or visual impairments;
  • The subject has a history of a severe somatic psychiatric disease or clinically diagnosed mental disorders.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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