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Active, not recruitingNCT07129291Updated Aug 19, 2025

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

An interventional study of Experimental: Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS) in Dysarthria, sponsored by Superior University. Active, not recruiting at 1 site in Pakistan. Open to participants aged 18 Years and older. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2025-08-19.

Sponsored by Superior University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Supportive care

From the registry’s dates

  • Primary completion was expected by Apr 2026, 7 months ago, but the record still lists the study as active, not recruiting.
  • Registered 3 months after the study started (first participant enrolled Apr 2025, registered Aug 2025).
Phase
Not applicable
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
50
Allocation
Not applicable
Ages
18 Years and older
Sex
All
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Study 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.

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Current assessment tools are often clinician-dependent and predominantly available in English, limiting accessibility for non-English speakers, especially in Pakistan and other Urdu-speaking regions. This study aims to bridge that gap by creating a user-friendly, culturally relevant, and linguistically accessible software platform. The software will enable adult dysarthric patients to monitor their speech abilities, track progress, and participate more actively in their therapy process. It is expected to enhance patient autonomy, improve communication outcomes, and support speech-language pathologists in delivering more efficient care. The dual-language interface ensures broader usability, promoting inclusion and better engagement among diverse user groups in bilingual settings.

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Conditions studied

  • Dysarthria

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In context

Dysarthria

60 studies on the registry are indexed under Dysarthria; 19 are open to participants now.

This study's enrollment of 50 is above the median of 39 across 44 interventional studies indexed under Dysarthria.

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Lead sponsor

Superior University is the lead sponsor of 253 studies on the registry; 25 are open to participants now.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years and older
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

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Inclusion criteria

  • 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.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

  • 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.
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Study design

Phase
Not applicable
Primary purpose
Supportive care
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
50 participants (actual)

Study arms

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

    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

  • Combination productExperimental: Dual-Language Dysarthria Self-Assessment and Management Software (D-SAMS)

    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

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Frenchay Dysarthria Assessment (FDA-2)

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

    Time frame: 24 Months

  2. Dysarthria Impact Profile (DIP)

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

    Time frame: 24 Months

  3. Speech Intelligibility Rating Scale (SIRS)

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

    Time frame: 24 Months

  4. 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.

    Time frame: 24 Months

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Study locations

1 site
  • Rehabilitation Centers in Punjab
    Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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References and documents

Individual participant data

Plan to share: No

No publications or documents are linked to this record.

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Updates

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Aug 19, 2025, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT07129291
Responsible party
Muhammad Naveed Babur (Principal Investigator, Superior University) — Principal investigator
First posted
Aug 19, 2025
Start date
Apr 17, 2025
Primary completion
Apr 1, 2026 (estimated)
Completion
Mar 1, 2027 (estimated)
Last update
Aug 19, 2025

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
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