Communication Bridge: A Person-centered Internet-based Intervention for Individuals With Primary Progressive Aphasia
| Status: | Recruiting |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Neurology, Neurology |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Neurology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 30 - 100 |
| Updated: | 6/15/2018 |
| Start Date: | April 3, 2018 |
| End Date: | February 1, 2024 |
| Contact: | Libby Rogers, M.A. |
| Email: | libbyrogers@northwestern.edu |
| Phone: | 312-503-4012 |
This study will use a randomized controlled trial design to evaluate the effect of two
evidence-based treatments for adults with mild PPA. The aim of the study is to help us better
understand the effects of speech language therapy on communication abilities in individuals
with PPA.
Participants with a diagnosis of PPA and their actively-engaged care partners will be
involved in the study for 12 months. Each participant will receive a laptop equipped with the
necessary applications and features for the study. Participants will receive 5 evaluations
and 15 speech therapy sessions with a licensed speech therapist, as well as access to
Communication Bridge, a personalized web application to practice home exercises that
reinforce treatment strategies. There are no costs to participate in this study and
compensation will be provided.
evidence-based treatments for adults with mild PPA. The aim of the study is to help us better
understand the effects of speech language therapy on communication abilities in individuals
with PPA.
Participants with a diagnosis of PPA and their actively-engaged care partners will be
involved in the study for 12 months. Each participant will receive a laptop equipped with the
necessary applications and features for the study. Participants will receive 5 evaluations
and 15 speech therapy sessions with a licensed speech therapist, as well as access to
Communication Bridge, a personalized web application to practice home exercises that
reinforce treatment strategies. There are no costs to participate in this study and
compensation will be provided.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosis of PPA (with mild impairment)
- Communication partner (e.g. spouse, family member) who is willing to participate
- Adequate experience with computers and sufficient Internet connection
- English speaking
Exclusion Criteria:
- A dementia diagnosis other than Primary Progressive Aphasia
- Participation in outside speech language therapy during the course of the 1-year study
Medical records will be requested and reviewed by the study doctors to determine
eligibility. Additionally, a technology screening will be administered to determine comfort
level with computers.
We found this trial at
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site
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Principal Investigator: Emily Rogalski, Ph.D.
Phone: 312-503-4012
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