Improving speech rehabilitation for individuals with movement disorders
Establishing the clinical utility of sensorimotor adaptation for speech rehabilitation
This study is exploring a new way to help people with speech challenges from brain injuries or conditions like ALS and Parkinson's by changing the sounds they hear while they talk, making it easier for them to improve their speech without thinking too hard about it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11098752 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new approach to help individuals with speech difficulties caused by brain injuries or movement disorders, such as ALS and Parkinson's disease. It focuses on using a technique called sensorimotor adaptation, which alters the auditory feedback patients receive while speaking, prompting them to adjust their speech without needing conscious effort. By targeting specific speech parameters that affect communication, the study aims to enhance the effectiveness of rehabilitation strategies for these patients. The methodology involves practical exercises that encourage motor learning through practice and adaptation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have speech difficulties due to acquired brain injuries or movement disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with speech disorders not related to brain injuries or movement disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve communication abilities for patients with speech disorders resulting from brain injuries or movement disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using sensorimotor adaptation for rehabilitation, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Niziolek, Caroline — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Niziolek, Caroline
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.