Neuromusicoterapia para controle inibitório na doença de Parkinson: um estudo de viabilidade

Abstract

Abstract: Parkinson's disease (PD) is characterized by motor deficits as cardinal symptoms, in addition to non-motor symptoms, including impairments in inhibitory control. Neuromusic therapy—a therapeutic intervention based on research on the effects of music on the central nervous system—can be considered a potential therapeutic approach for various impairments, including cognitive aspects. Methods: In this feasibility study, we randomly recruited five (n=5) participants with PD. An individualized intervention was conducted over four weeks, with three weekly sessions of 30 minutes each, totaling 12 sessions, carried out at each participant's home. We investigated recruitment and retention rates, as well as a qualitative assessment of the evaluation and intervention protocols. Inhibitory control, quality of life, and motor/cognitive development were also assessed. Results: Recruitment of the five participants took 40 days, with a 20% dropout rate and 85% approval of the protocols. Due to the small sample size, no inferential statistical analysis was performed for motor/cognitive outcomes. The results indicate positive aspects highlighted by participants and researchers, such as the evaluation and intervention protocols, and emphasize the need for a longer intervention period and extended session durations. Conclusion: This study provides preliminary data for planning future research with larger samples and controlled, randomized designs.