Background: In geriatric population evidence is provided that shows grip strength is largely consistent as an explanator of concurrent overall strength, upper limb function, bone mineral density, fractures, falls, malnutrition, cognitive impairment, depression, sleep problems, diabetes, multimorbidity, and quality of life. Aim of the study was to compare the immediate effects of self-selected favorite versus un favorite music on hand grip strength among elderly individuals.

Method: Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 58 participants aged between 60-75 were selected for the study, They were randomly divided into 2 groups (29 in each) - self-selected favorite music and least favorite music group. Hand grip assessment was done before listening the music and immediately after the listening of 30 mins of music. The data was analyzed using jamovi software and non-parametric mann whitney U test was applied for between group comparison (α=0.05).

Results: There was a significant difference in mean hand grip strength between groups. Self-selected favorite music group subject’s mean hand grip strength was improved more than the least favorite music.