Understanding vocal tremors in people with essential tremor
Physiologic Correlates of Vocal Tremor affecting those with Essential Tremor
This study is looking at what causes vocal tremors in people with essential tremor, especially how these tremors affect communication when you're feeling stressed, to help find better ways to diagnose and treat those who experience them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10552587 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the physiological factors contributing to vocal tremors in individuals with essential tremor, a common movement disorder. It focuses on understanding how vocal tremors differ from other types of tremors and how they affect communication, particularly in stressful situations. The study aims to identify the unique characteristics of essential vocal tremor compared to those without vocal tremor, using advanced acoustic measures and assessments of speech structure. By exploring these differences, the research seeks to improve diagnosis and treatment options for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with essential tremor who experience vocal tremors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have essential tremor or those whose vocal tremors are not related to this condition may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment strategies for individuals suffering from vocal tremors, significantly improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been significant research on essential tremor, the specific focus on vocal tremors and their physiological correlates is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barkmeier-Kraemer, Julie M — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Barkmeier-Kraemer, Julie M
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.