Speech Devices for Parkinson's Disease
Speech Amplification Devices for Parkinson Disease: Talker- and Technology-Driven Enhancements
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Parkinson Disease
Atypical Parkinsonism
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 50 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Michigan State University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with Parkinson's disease or similar conditions who have difficulty speaking. Participants will help test speech devices designed to improve their voice strength.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am a dominant speaker of North American English
- I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease or a related condition
- I have changes in my speech or voice
You may not be able to join if
- I have a history of speech, language, or neurological issues other than Parkinson's
- I have uncorrected hearing loss that is worse than 40 dB in both ears
- I use a cochlear implant
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 proposed research aims to investigate the use of speech amplification devices as a potential treatment option for people with Parkinson's disease and related disorders who exhibit hypophonia, a voice disorder that affects over half of those with Parkinson's disease. By characterizing the acoustic and perceptual effects of speech amplification and identifying ways to optimize outcomes through t…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Dominant speakers of North American English
* Have received a neurologist's diagnosis of Parkinson disease or parkinsonism (e.g., PSP/MSA/PSP)
* Present with changes in their speech/voice
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of any other speech, language, or neurological concern ot…
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