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Characterizing the Impact of Presbyphonia on Social Interaction

RecruitingNAAges 65 Years - anyAllMatthew R. Hoffman
NCT06441136 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to determine if presbyphonia, or voice disorder caused by age-related change in the larynx, is associated with change in social interaction. This proposal investigates the impact of voice impairment in older adults on social interaction, loneliness, social disconnectedness, and depression. A series of questionnaires, voice assessments, and interviews will be performed to improve our understanding of how voice disorders affect older adults and how treatment of voice impairment with voice therapy may improve quality of life.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of presbyphonia with findings of presbylaryngis on videostroboscopy, with findings of bilateral true vocal fold atrophy and normal vocal fold motion bilaterally * Able to complete all questionnaires and voice assessment tasks * Normal to mild hearing loss in aided condition (with hearing aids) Exclusion Criteria: * Liquid dysphagia or pneumonia in the last year * Vocal fold lesion/scar/motion impairment * Neurologic disorder affecting the voice * Montreal cognitive assessment score \<26 or \<25 if 12 or fewer years of formal education
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What it tests

  • PhoRTE Program
  • University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) Loneliness Scale
  • Social Disconnectedness Scale
  • Patient Health Questionnaire 9
  • Aging Voice Index
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Where

1 site
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Iowa City, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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