Understanding communication difficulties after a stroke
Cognitive and Neural Basis of Functional Communication Deficits in Post-Stroke Aphasia
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · NIH-10689083
This study is looking at how language problems from a stroke, called aphasia, impact how people communicate, and it aims to find ways to help doctors create better recovery plans to improve communication for those affected.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10689083 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how language impairments, specifically aphasia, affect communication in individuals who have suffered a stroke. It aims to identify the relationship between deficits in language sub-systems, such as semantics and phonology, and the ability to communicate effectively. By using behavioral assessments and neuroimaging techniques, the study seeks to develop tools that can predict communication outcomes for patients with chronic post-stroke aphasia. The findings could help clinicians tailor rehabilitation strategies to improve patient communication.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are diagnosed with aphasia, particularly those with chronic communication impairments.
Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or do not have aphasia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans that enhance communication abilities in stroke survivors with aphasia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the neural basis of language and communication, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM — BIRMINGHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SZAFLARSKI, JERZY P — UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
- Study coordinator: SZAFLARSKI, JERZY P
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.
Conditions: Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders