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Semantic Feature Analysis Treatment for Aphasia

This randomized controlled comparative effectiveness study examines manipulation of a key component of an established and efficacious treatment for naming impairments in aphasia, along with cognitive and brain correlates of treatment success. Study participants will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment conditions comparing two different versions of Semantic …

Effects of tDCS on Apraxia of Speech in Non-Fluent Primary Progressive Aphasia

Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a neurodegenerative disease that affects first and foremost language abilities. There are three different variants of PPA, each a relatively distinct speech and language profile.

Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Associated With Cognitive Training in Alzheimer's Disease

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5), mnemonic dysfunction in AD must be related to aphasia, apraxia, agnosia, or changes in executive function. The clinical picture of the disease can be described as mild, moderate and severe.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Constraint Induced Language Therapy for Alzheimer Disease

Impaired verbal communication is a cardinal symptom of Alzheimer Disease (AD) and the source of enormous distress and disability. Effective therapies for this deficit are lacking. In light of the emerging literature demonstrating that Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) improves general cognition in subjects with Alzheimer Disease (AD), the investigators propose …

Prognostic Value for Predicting Outcome Using Functional Near-infrared Spectroscopy in Stroke Rehabilitation

To investigate the prognostic value of Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) in stroke rehabilitation with serial measurements.