Improving voice quality in children with voice disorders
Pediatric dysphonia: Multidisciplinary advances to improve voice quality outcomes
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA · NIH-10848207
This study is all about finding better ways to help kids with voice problems by looking closely at how their voices work and what makes them different from adults, so we can improve their communication skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ORLANDO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10848207 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and improving voice quality outcomes for children suffering from voice disorders. It aims to develop better methods for assessing and quantifying pediatric dysphonia by examining the unique vocal characteristics of children compared to adults. The study will utilize advanced techniques to analyze voice quality and explore how different vibratory sources affect children's voices. By addressing these gaps, the research seeks to enhance clinical protocols and ultimately improve communication outcomes for affected children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are experiencing voice disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are adults or those without any voice disorders may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and assessments for children with voice disorders, improving their communication abilities and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been some research on adult voice disorders, this approach focusing specifically on pediatric dysphonia is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
ORLANDO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA — ORLANDO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: EDDINS, DAVID A. — UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
- Study coordinator: EDDINS, DAVID A.
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.