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A Developmental Framework For Linking Phonological And Morpho-syntactic Sequential Pattern Rules In DLD: Production
NCT04558541 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The broad aim of this clinical study is to assess the hypothesis that morphological and phonological deficits are linked by a broader deficit in sequential pattern learning. This hypothesis applies to learning in general, but is especially critical as an avenue for developing earlier assessments and more powerful interventions for children with developmental language disorder (DLD; also known as specific language impairment). Other populations, such as at-risk toddlers, may also benefit from this new approach.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Sensitivity to phonological rules
- OTHER Sensitivity to semantic category cues.
Study Locations (2)
Arizona
- University of Arizona — Tucson
Nebraska
- Boys Town National Research Hospital — Omaha
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 400 participants |
| Start Date | 2022-08-07 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04558541
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04558541 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 400 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Father Flanagan's Boys' Home, which has 36 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 3 conditions, with Developmental Language Disorder appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Sensitivity to phonological rules is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT04558541 reports 2 study locations spanning 2 distinct geographic areas — top geographies include Arizona, Nebraska. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04558541 about?
NCT04558541 is a clinical study titled "A Developmental Framework For Linking Phonological And Morpho-syntactic Sequential Pattern Rules In DLD: Production". The broad aim of this clinical study is to assess the hypothesis that morphological and phonological deficits are linked by a broader deficit in sequential pattern learning. This hypothesis applies to learning in general, but is especially critical as an avenue for developing earlier assessments and...
What is the current status of trial NCT04558541?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 400 participants. The study started on 2022-08-07. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT04558541 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Developmental Language Disorder, Speech Sound Disorder, Specific Language Impairment. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04558541?
The interventions under investigation include: Sensitivity to phonological rules (OTHER), Sensitivity to semantic category cues. (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04558541?
This trial is sponsored by Father Flanagan's Boys' Home, which has 36 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT04558541 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Arizona, Nebraska. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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