Stroke often leads to significant cognitive impairment, impacting quality of life. While existing rehabilitation options exist, there's a need for innovative, accessible, and patient-centered solutions. Research suggests music can engage multiple brain networks associated with sensory and motor processes, cognition, and affective regulation, potentially enhancing cognitive functions like attention and processing speed as well. Home-based interventions have also demonstrated positive impacts on rehabilitation adherence and outcomes. Building on this foundation, this study proposes to develop and pilot test a home-based musical rehabilitation program to improve attention and processing speed in Malaysian stroke survivors.
Diagnosed with ischemic or haemorrhagic stroke confirmed by CT scan
18 to 70 years old
Duration of stroke within the first one year
Ability to provide informed consent
Severe aphasia
Significant uncorrected hearing or visual impairments preventing engagement in music therapy.
Severe or unstable medical conditions (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes).
Medications that significantly impair cognition or motor function (e.g., high-dose sedatives).