Music has been found to help people better manage chronic pain conditions. Researchers from Macquarie University, led by Prof. Kerry Sherman, are exploring if music may have similar benefits for people with endometriosis. This study investigates whether a daily music program can help ease some symptoms for people with endometriosis. 

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Who can participate?

You may be eligible to participate if you:

  • Have a diagnosis or suspected diagnosis of endometriosis,
  • Are 18 years of age and above,
  • Proficient in English,
  • Have access to an online music streaming service, and
  • Live in Australia.

What does the research involve?

Participants will be asked to listen to a music playlist (of their own creation) daily for one week (7 days). They will be asked to complete a survey before and following the study (30 minutes each) and opt in to complete brief daily questions (1 minute). This study has received ethics approval from the Macquarie University Human Research Ethics Committee (#520251898162646). 
 

How do I get involved?

Participants can complete the consent and pre-study survey by clicking on the link below. A research team member will be in contact shortly after survey completion.
If you have any questions, please email emily.kopp@hdr.mq.edu.au 

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