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Primary Progressive Aphasia

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16 US clinical trials · 10 currently recruiting

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING 500 participants

Language in Primary Progressive Aphasia

Northwestern University

NCT00537004

RECRUITING Phase 2 200 participants

Communication Bridge 3 Study

University of Chicago

NCT06191198

RECRUITING Phase 2 180 participants

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in the Treatment of Primary Progressive Aphasia

Johns Hopkins University

NCT05386394

RECRUITING Early Phase 1 120 participants

Educational Support Group Program for Bilingual and Spanish-speaking Carepartners and People With Progressive Aphasia

University of Texas at Austin

NCT06511752

RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Targeting Language-specific and Executive-control Networks With Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in Logopenic Variant PPA

Johns Hopkins University

NCT03887481

RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Cognitive Reserve and Response to Speech-Language Intervention in Bilingual Speakers With Primary Progressive Aphasia

University of Texas at Austin

NCT05741853

RECRUITING Phase 4 50 participants

Longitudinal Multi-Modality Imaging in Progressive Apraxia of Speech

Mayo Clinic

NCT01818661

RECRUITING 47 participants

The Neurobiology of Two Distinct Types of Progressive Apraxia of Speech

Mayo Clinic

NCT03313011

RECRUITING NA 30 participants

Enhancing Language Function in Aphasia

University of Arizona

NCT05443633

RECRUITING NA 20 participants

Enhancing Language Function in Primary Progressive Aphasia

University of Arizona

NCT04920318

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Treatment for Speech and Language in Primary Progressive Aphasia

University of Texas at Austin

NCT04881617

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 12 participants

Treating Primary Progressive Aphasia and Apraxia of Speech Using Non-invasive Brain Stimulation

The University of Texas at Dallas

NCT05368350

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 12 participants

Communication Bridge Pilot Study

University of Chicago

NCT06211374

COMPLETED NA 29 participants

PPA Tele-Savvy: A Pilot Study of an Online Intervention for Caregivers of Persons Living With PPA

Northwestern University

NCT04412083

COMPLETED NA 11 participants

Network Modulation in Alzheimer's Disease

Brigham and Women's Hospital

NCT04045990

COMPLETED 1 participants

Florbetaben PET Imaging in PPA

University of Chicago

NCT04720001

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Early Phase 1 1
Phase 2 2
Phase 4 1

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Primary Progressive Aphasia Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 16 US studies indexed under Primary Progressive Aphasia, and 10 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 63% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.

The phase distribution for Primary Progressive Aphasia shows 1 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.

Top sponsor activity for Primary Progressive Aphasia is led by University of Texas at Austin with 3 indexed trials, alongside 7 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 16 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clinical trials are there for Primary Progressive Aphasia?

PlainTrial tracks 16 US clinical trials for Primary Progressive Aphasia, of which 10 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Primary Progressive Aphasia?

Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.

Is this data current?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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