Study to Evaluate Music Therapy on Irritability and Impulsivity in Patients With Huntington's Disease (MUSIC-HD)
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Music Intervention: Music therapy carried out with Music Care
Study summary
The study is an open-label clinical trial evaluating whether music therapy combined with conventional management reduces irritability and impulsivity in 15 patients with early-stage Huntington's disease. This pilot study aims to show the interest of alternative non-pharmacological measures such as a digital music therapy tool, adapted to an audience of Huntington's patients, to help manage the psychobehavioral symptoms frequently observed in this affection, and to avoid breakdowns due to caregiver exhaustion.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Describe evolution of irritability in patients with Huntington's disease after 3 months of music therapy combined with conventional management — Month 3
Score of The brief Irritability Test (BITe). It consists of 5 questions, each rated on likert-type scale with 6 responses options, each question scores to 1 to 6. Lower score means a better outcome.
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHU Poitiers / CIC | Poitiers | France | Recruiting |
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This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
View NCT06414967 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ ← All trials in France