Technology-based music interventions in older adults: Feasibility, benefits, and future directions - a scoping review

Music interventions have been used to improve various health outcomes in older adults. However, traditional music interventions face barriers that limit accessibility and adherence for this population. Technology-based music interventions offer a promising alternative to overcome these challenges. This scoping review synthesized existing evidence on the use of technology in delivering music interventions for older adults to improve their health outcomes. A systematic search of CINAHL, PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, and IEEE Xplore identified 12 studies that met the inclusion criteria. The findings indicate that technology-based music interventions are both feasible and potentially effective in improving physical, psychological, and social well-being among older adults. However, several challenges such as poor internet connection were also identified, highlighting areas for improvement. This review also points to critical gaps in the literature and provides recommendations for future research.