Parkinson's speech breakthrough: telemedicine program aims to restore clear communication

NCT ID NCT04617496

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's disease experience speech problems. This study tested a home-based program combining speech exercises and physical activity, delivered via telemedicine, to improve speech intelligibility. 104 veterans with Parkinson's and speech impairment participated. The goal was to see if this approach could help them be better understood in daily conversations.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Combined speech and exercise intervention delivered via telemedicine
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could offer an affordable, home-based way to improve speech clarity for people with Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to all Parkinson's patients. The intervention requires ongoing practice, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

communication disorder Dysarthria Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA

Boston, Massachusetts, 02130-4817, United States

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