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Official title Evaluating Verbal Communication in Structured Interactions: Theoretical and Clinical Implications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06266403
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the effect of communicative interaction on verbal communication in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and age-matched speakers. The question is, What are the effects of communicative interaction on verbal communication in people with ALS?
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Speakers with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (PALS-people with ALS)
- diagnosis of ALS following the revised EL Escorial criteria
- no history of other neurological conditions (e.g., stroke)
- no cognitive impairment assessed by Telephone Montreal Cognitive Assessment (mini MoCA)
- detectable speech disturbance according to the ALS Functional Rating Scale-Revised (ALSFRS-R)
You likely can't join if
- None - if volunteer meets the inclusion criteria, then they will be enrolled
See the full eligibility criteria
- Speakers with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (PALS-people with ALS)
- diagnosis of ALS following the revised EL Escorial criteria
- no history of other neurological conditions (e.g., stroke)
- no cognitive impairment assessed by Telephone Montreal Cognitive Assessment (mini MoCA)
- detectable speech disturbance according to the ALS Functional Rating Scale-Revised (ALSFRS-R)
- the ability to produce single words
- being a native speaker of American English (AE). Age-matched Speakers
- passing the remote hearing screening
- having no known speech, language, or neurological disorders per self-report
- no cognitive impairment assessed by Telephone Montreal Cognitive Assessment (mini MoCA)
- being a functionally native monolingual speaker of American English. Unfamiliar Interlocutors
- passing the remote hearing screening
- having no known speech, language or neurological disorders per self-report
- being a native monolingual speaker of American English
- having no experience communicating with people with dysarthria
- being between the ages of 18 and 40.
- None - if volunteer meets the inclusion criteria, then they will be enrolled
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include University Park, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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