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
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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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