Study brain patterns in progressive apraxia of speech
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at brain changes in two types of progressive apraxia of speech, a condition that slowly worsens speech clarity. It may help researchers better understand the brain basis of your speech symptoms and how these types differ.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 or older and speak English as your main language
- Have a speech-language pathologist confirm you have apraxia of speech from usual care
- Have speech clear enough to confidently diagnose apraxia (and related speech issues) and for sound recordings
- Have an informant (family/friend) who can describe how your speech and daily functioning are changing
- Be able to safely get a brain scan (DaTscan and MRI) and not be unable due to metal/implant, severe claustrophobia, or certain brain conditions
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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