Development of Dual Language (Urdu and English) Digital Software for SA, Management Of Adult Dysarthria

NCT07129291 | Active Not Recruiting DMC

• 1 other identifier: PhDRSW/Batch-Fall23/2226
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 50
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The research focuses on the development of a dual-language (Urdu and English) digital software designed for the self-assessment and management of adult dysarthria patients. Dysarthria, a motor speech disorder resulting from neurological injury, significantly affects an individual's ability to communicate effectively.

Conditions

Dysarthria

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (4)

• Frenchay Dysarthria Assessment (FDA-2)

  Assesses: Motor speech function. Scoring: A (normal) to E (severely impaired) across speech subsystems.

  24 Months

• Dysarthria Impact Profile (DIP)

  Assesses: Psychosocial impact of dysarthria. Scoring: 48 items, rated 1-5; higher scores = greater negative impact.

  24 Months

• Speech Intelligibility Rating Scale (SIRS)

  Assesses: Speech clarity. Scoring: 1 (unintelligible) to 5 (fully intelligible).

  24 Months

• Voice Handicap Index-10 (VHI-10) (optional)

  Assesses: Patient's perception of voice issues. Scoring: 0-4 per item; total out of 40. Higher = more voice difficulty.

  24 Months

Study Arms (1)

Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS)

EXPERIMENTAL

D-SAMS is a bilingual (Urdu and English) digital tool designed for adult dysarthria patients. It enables users to assess their speech through interactive tasks (e.g., repetition, reading, and pronunciation exercises), receive feedback, and track progress over time. The software includes audio-visual prompts, self-rating scales, and progress charts, and is tailored to accommodate varying levels of dysarthria severity. It supports independent practice and helps speech-language pathologists monitor patients remotely

Combination Product: Experimental: Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS)

Interventions

Experimental: Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS) COMBINATION_PRODUCT

D-SAMS is a bilingual (Urdu and English) digital tool designed for adult dysarthria patients. It enables users to assess their speech through interactive tasks (e.g., repetition, reading, and pronunciation exercises), receive feedback, and track progress over time. The software includes audio-visual prompts, self-rating scales, and progress charts, and is tailored to accommodate varying levels of dysarthria severity. It supports independent practice and helps speech-language pathologists monitor patients remotely

Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS)

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Adults (18+) diagnosed with dysarthria due to neurological causes (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's).
• Able to understand and communicate in Urdu and/or English.
• Cognitive ability sufficient to use digital tools for self-assessment.
• Consent to participate in the study.

You may not qualify if:

• Severe cognitive impairment or dementia limiting participation.
• Co-existing speech disorders unrelated to dysarthria (e.g., aphasia).
• Hearing impairments that prevent use of audio-based software.
• Unwillingness or inability to use digital devices.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Superior University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Rehabilitation Centers in Punjab

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Dysarthria

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Articulation Disorders; Speech Disorders; Language Disorders; Communication Disorders; Neurobehavioral Manifestations; Neurologic Manifestations; Nervous System Diseases; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: SUPPORTIVE CARE
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: August 12, 2025
• First Posted: August 19, 2025
• Study Start: April 17, 2025
• Primary Completion: April 1, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): March 1, 2027
• Last Updated: August 19, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-08

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

PA (1)