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Semantic Feature Analysis Treatment for Aphasia

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Recruiting

Led By William D Hula, Ph.D.

Research Sponsored by VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

No participation in any other speech-language treatment during this study, including follow-up period

6 months post-onset of aphasia due to unilateral left-hemisphere (LH) stroke

Must not have

Right Hemisphere stroke

Neurological disease other than stroke

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up (1) 1 week prior to intervention; (2) immediately prior to intervention; (3) 1-2 days post intervention (4) 8 to 12 weeks post intervention

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial is studying two different versions of an existing treatment for naming impairments in aphasia, to see which one is more effective. It will also look at the brain and cognitive processes behind why one treatment works better than the other.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals who have aphasia due to a stroke in the left side of their brain, at least 6 months ago. They must be able to manage daily activities on their own or with help from a caregiver, and not have uncontrolled health issues like seizures. Participants should speak English as their first language and not be involved in other speech treatments during the study.

What is being tested?

The study tests two versions of Semantic Feature Analysis treatment for naming impairments caused by aphasia. It's a randomized controlled trial where participants are assigned randomly to one of the two treatment groups to see which is more effective.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this trial involves speech-language therapy, there aren't typical medical side effects; however, participants may experience fatigue or frustration during intensive therapy sessions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am not participating in any other speech therapy during this study.

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It's been 6 months since my stroke, which caused speech issues.

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I can do daily tasks by myself or have someone to help me.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I had a stroke in the right side of my brain.

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I have a neurological condition that is not a stroke.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ (1) 1 week prior to intervention; (2) immediately prior to intervention; (3) 1-2 days post intervention (4) 8 to 12 weeks post intervention

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~(1) 1 week prior to intervention; (2) immediately prior to intervention; (3) 1-2 days post intervention (4) 8 to 12 weeks post intervention

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and (1) 1 week prior to intervention; (2) immediately prior to intervention; (3) 1-2 days post intervention (4) 8 to 12 weeks post intervention for reporting.