Voice Therapy for Age-Related Voice Changes
Characterizing the Impact of Presbyphonia on Social Interaction
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Presbyphonia
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 65 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 25 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Matthew R. Hoffman · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for older adults with a voice disorder caused by aging. Participants will be asked to fill out questionnaires and undergo voice assessments to see how their voice affects their social life and well-being.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with presbyphonia.
- I can complete questionnaires and voice assessment tasks.
- I have normal to mild hearing loss with hearing aids.
You may not be able to join if
- I have had trouble swallowing liquids or pneumonia in the last year.
- I have a vocal fold lesion, scar, or motion impairment.
- I have a neurologic disorder that affects my voice.
- I scored less than 26 on the Montreal cognitive assessment.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The purpose of this study is to determine if presbyphonia, or voice disorder caused by age-related change in the larynx, is associated with change in social interaction. This proposal investigates the impact of voice impairment in older adults on social interaction, loneliness, social disconnectedness, and depression. A series of questionnaires, voice assessments, and interviews will be performed …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Diagnosis of presbyphonia with findings of presbylaryngis on videostroboscopy, with findings of bilateral true vocal fold atrophy and normal vocal fold motion bilaterally
* Able to complete all questionnaires and voice assessment tasks
* Normal to mild hearing loss in aided co…
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