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Rhythm intervention for Aphasia

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Research Sponsored by Ohio State University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Must not suffer from any other type of neurological disease.

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 10 weeks

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial aims to explore the effectiveness of a music-based therapy called melodic intonation therapy (MIT) for people with aphasia, a language disorder that affects communication. The first goal is to determine

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals who have aphasia, a language disorder, after experiencing a stroke at least six months ago. Participants should be able to move their left side and name some items but must not have other neurological diseases.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study tests a rhythm-based speech therapy app called Speech Hero. It aims to improve speech fluency in people with aphasia by using rhythmic patterns through an engaging video game platform.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since the intervention involves non-invasive therapy using an app, there are no direct physical side effects expected from this treatment.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I do not have any neurological diseases.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 10 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~10 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 10 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Aphasia spoken word assessment

Western Aphasia Battery (WAB) test

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Rhythm interventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Group II: Non-rhythm interventionActive Control1 Intervention

0 / 1Eligibility criteria met

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Ohio State UniversityLead Sponsor

830 Previous Clinical Trials

505,600 Total Patients Enrolled

1 Trials studying Aphasia

120 Patients Enrolled for Aphasia

National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD)NIH

330 Previous Clinical Trials

178,451 Total Patients Enrolled

37 Trials studying Aphasia

2,769 Patients Enrolled for Aphasia

The University of Texas at DallasLead Sponsor

58 Previous Clinical Trials

106,215 Total Patients Enrolled

3 Trials studying Aphasia

145 Patients Enrolled for Aphasia

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is the recruitment phase still ongoing for participants in this medical study?

"Indeed, the details provided on clinicaltrials.gov indicate that this study is actively seeking individuals to participate. The initial posting of the clinical trial was made on February 1st, 2024, and it underwent its most recent revision on January 16th, 2024. For this research endeavor, a total of 20 participants are being sought across two distinct locations."

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What is the current number of individuals actively participating in this clinical investigation?

"Indeed, as per the details provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this study is presently seeking individuals to participate. The initial posting of the trial was on February 1st, 2024 and it underwent its most recent revision on January 16th, 2024. In order to complete the study successfully, a total of 20 patients are being sought from two distinct locations."

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Are individuals above the age of 40 eligible to participate in this medical study?

"As per the eligibility requirements for this research study, individuals aged 18 and above up to a maximum of 90 years are eligible for enrollment."

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What specific criteria must individuals meet to be eligible for enrollment in this clinical study?

"To meet the eligibility criteria for this research endeavor, individuals must exhibit aphasia and fall within the age range of 18 to 90 years. The clinical trial aims to enroll a total of 20 participants."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Rhythm-based Intervention in Aphasia

Dr. Yune Lee 2024. "Rhythm-based Intervention in Aphasia". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04581564.

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