Comparing speech rehabilitation programs for stroke patients with aphasia
Comparison of Therapeutic Effect and Brain Activity According to Language Rehabilitation Program and Language Therapy in Patients With Speech Impairment After Stroke. Prospective, Randomized, Single-blind, Exploratory Clinical Study
This study is testing if a new, intensive speech therapy program can help stroke patients with aphasia improve their speech better than regular therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 19 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Korea University Guro Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06361901 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a precise and intensive speech rehabilitation program compared to conventional speech therapy in stroke patients suffering from aphasia. Participants will undergo initial assessments including cognitive evaluations and the K-Western Aphasia Battery, followed by assignment to either a test group receiving the new rehabilitation program or a control group receiving standard therapy. Clinical evaluations will be conducted before and after the treatment to measure improvements in speech and cerebral blood flow changes using near-infrared spectroscopy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 19 years old who have experienced speech disorders following a stroke and can comply with study procedures.
Not a fit: Patients with significant cognitive decline who cannot consent or participate in rehabilitation programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective speech rehabilitation methods for stroke patients with aphasia, improving their communication abilities.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar rehabilitation approaches, suggesting potential for success in this trial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults over 19 years old * Those with speech disorders that occurred after a stroke was diagnosed * Those who can follow the clinical study procedures * Those who voluntarily signed the consent form Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have difficulty to consent to research and participate in speech rehabilitation programs due to cognitive decline
Where this trial is running
Seoul
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Korea University Guro Hospital — Seoul, Korea, Republic of (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Seung Nam Yang, MD, PhD
- Email: snamyang@korea.ac.kr
- Phone: 82-2-2626-1500
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.