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Compares treatment options for Voice Disorders
Official title RCT Face-to-face Group Voice Therapy vs Telepractice Group Voice Therapy for Muscle Tension Dysphonia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06524193
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare face-to-face group voice therapy to telepractice group voice therapy for muscle tension dysphonia (MTD). The main questions it aims to answer are: The effectiveness of telepractice voice therapy for MTD using a randomized controlled trial study design.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Above or equal to 18 years of age;
- Diagnosis of primary MTD or secondary MTD where voice therapy is the primary mode of treatment, such as vocal fold nodules;
- Chinese-speaking people only.
You likely can't join if
- Dysphonia of neurogenic or psychogenic origin;
- Secondary muscle tension dysphonia in which voice therapy is not the primary treatment modality, such as vocal polyp, vocal cyst, granuloma...
- Low computer literacy or without social or family support for telepractice;
- Patients who are not capable of making own consent;
- Patients who are receiving other modalities of treatment which is not part of this current study, such as traditional Chinese medicine.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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