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Aphasia Clinical Trial in Salt Lake City, UT

Access cutting-edge aphasia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Salt Lake City. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of South Carolina

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Salt Lake City

    Convenient for UT residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Salt Lake City site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Aphasia Study in Salt Lake City

The purpose of this study is to help us understand if adding transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, to Speech Therapy improves language recovery in people with Broca's aphasia and is more effective than Speech Therapy alone.

Sponsor: University of South Carolina

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Be willing and able to give informed consent.
Be willing and able to comply with study requirements.
Be between 25 and 80 years of age.
Have used English as the primary language for \> 15 years.
Have the diagnosis of aphasia due to a left hemisphere stroke, confirmed by study physician based on past clinical MRI scan or research scan.
Be greater than 6 months post-stroke.
Have Broca's aphasia diagnosed by the WAB-R (fluency score ≤ 5, auditory verbal comprehension score 4-10, repetition score 0-7.9, naming and word finding score \< 9).
Correctly name 140 or fewer items on the PNT.

Exclusion Criteria

History of brain surgery except for during the treatment of the acute stroke.
Seizures during the previous 12-months.
Compromised skin at or near electrode sites (e.g., rash, eczema, wounds, infection).
Correctly name more than 140 out of 175 items during the pre-treatment picture naming test (Philadelphia Naming Test).
Western Aphasia Battery-Revised Aphasia Quotient (WAB-R AQ) score of 25 or below.
Participants with open skull defects (e.g., greater than 1 cm) in the area underneath the anode electrode positioning or participants with metal implants or electrical stimulators.
Participants with continuous oxygen therapy which cannot be discontinued for more than 1 hour.
Any condition or situation that the PI determines would significantly interfere with the participant's ability to complete the study.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Salt Lake City?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07688551) has an active research site in Salt Lake City, UT that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Aphasia Treatment Options in Salt Lake City, UT

If you're searching for aphasia treatment options in Salt Lake City, UT, this clinical trial (NCT07688551) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Salt Lake City research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced aphasia specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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