Speech Language Therapy for Primary Progressive Aphasia

What Is This Study About?

This one-year study will test the effects of Internet-based speech language therapy on communication abilities in adults with mild Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), a neurodegenerative disease that affects language abilities. Participants will receive five 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. Each participant will receive a laptop with the applications and features needed for the study.

Do I Qualify To Participate in This Study?

Must have:

• 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

Must NOT have:

• Dementia diagnosis other than PPA
• Participation in outside speech language therapy during the course of the 1-year study

If I Qualify, Who Do I Contact?

Contact study personnel listed either under the general study contact or the location nearest you.

 

Where Is This Study Located?

Who Sponsors This Study?

Lead: Northwestern University

Collaborator Sponsor

• National Institute on Aging (NIA)

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03371706