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Virtual Reality-supported Language Intervention for Preschool Children With DLD
Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo
Summary
This study aims to test the effectiveness of virtual reality-supported speech therapy in improving basic language skills in children aged 3 to 6 years diagnosed with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). Participants are randomly assigned to either traditional speech therapy or virtual reality-supported therapy, with the same frequency and duration of intervention. Language outcomes are assessed before and after treatment using the Language development level test (TVL), a standardized assessment of Italian for preschoolers. The study adopts a randomized controlled design with individualized, goal-oriented therapy delivered by certified speech-language pathologists.
Official title: A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Efficacy of Virtual Reality-Supported Speech Therapy in Preschool Children With Developmental Language Disorder
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Years - 8 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2023-02-01
Completion Date
2026-12
Last Updated
2026-02-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Virtual Reality Rehabilitation System (VRRS)
The VRRS delivers personalized language therapy exercises via touchscreen interface. Activities target receptive language, repetition, naming, and spontaneous language production. All sessions are conducted by trained speech-language pathologists in accordance with standardized therapeutic protocols.
Taditional Speech Therapy
Standard speech-language therapy delivered in-person by certified therapists, targeting the same language domains with paper-based and interactive materials.
Locations (1)
Francesca Cucinotta
Messina, Italy