Effects of Music Therapy in Chronic Neck Pain

This study aims to investigate the effects of music therapy on pain, cervical position sense, and balance in individuals with chronic neck pain. Chronic neck pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder that may impair proprioception and postural control, negatively affecting daily functioning and quality of life. Music therapy is a safe, low-cost, and non-pharmacological intervention with potential benefits for pain management and sensorimotor function; however, evidence regarding its effects in musculoskeletal rehabilitation is limited. In this study, nineteen individuals with chronic neck pain will listen to instrumental Turkish Classical Music in the Nihavend mode for 60 minutes. Pain intensity, cervical position sense, and static and dynamic balance will be assessed before and after the intervention. The findings are expected to provide evidence for the clinical use of music therapy as an adjunctive treatment in chronic neck pain rehabilitation.

NCT Number	NCT07658729
Lead Sponsor	Karabuk University
Conditions	Neck Pain, Pain, Music Therapy
Enrollment	19 participants
Start Date	2026-07-01
Primary Completion	2026-08-25 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-06-23