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Official title Effect of Vestibular Perceptual Learning on Vestibular Thresholds and Balance
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05818787
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The intervention being studied is a minimal risk perceptual learning protocol delivered in an academic laboratory setting; the goal of the intervention is to improve the perception of passive whole-body tilts and/or translations, as well as balance, by providing feedback following passive tilts or translations of the body. The protocol lasts a total of \~45 days: Day 1 includes a pre-test assessment of perception and balance, as well as 100 repetitions of training, Days 2-7 each include 400 repetitions of training, and Day 6 includes only post-test assessments of perception and balance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 to 89. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Must be able to stand
- No leg or foot amputations
- No lower limb braces
- Not currently feeling dizzy/lightheaded
- Not currently pregnant by self-report
You likely can't join if
- Severe head trauma or traumatic brain injury
- Any vestibular disorder (e.g., Meniere's Disease, Vestibular Migraine, Unresolved benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Vestibular...
- History of seizures
- Neurologic illness or condition determined by an Otoneurologist known to impact vestibular or balance function(e.g., stroke, neurodegenerative...
- Major psychiatric (e.g., panic disorder, psychosis, etc.) disorder
- Any of the following eye diseases or conditions: amblyopia (or "lazy eye") or history of amblyopia, diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Must be able to stand
- No leg or foot amputations
- No lower limb braces
- Not currently feeling dizzy/lightheaded
- Not currently pregnant by self-report
- Weight \<= 275 pounds
- Severe head trauma or traumatic brain injury
- Any vestibular disorder (e.g., Meniere's Disease, Vestibular Migraine, Unresolved benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Vestibular hypofunction, except that due to aging, PPPD) as assessed by a Vestibular...
- History of seizures
- Neurologic illness or condition determined by an Otoneurologist known to impact vestibular or balance function(e.g., stroke, neurodegenerative disorders, demyelinating illness)
- Major psychiatric (e.g., panic disorder, psychosis, etc.) disorder
- Any of the following eye diseases or conditions: amblyopia (or "lazy eye") or history of amblyopia, diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration, retina dystrophy, glaucoma, cataracts, or any other eye condition that...
- Recent (\<6 months) orthopedic injuries of the lower extremities (e.g., plantar fasciitis, ankle, knee or hip injury, back strain/herniated disc, …).
- Upper extremity injuries requiring current sling immobilization
- Recent surgery
- Any other severe health problem (heart disease, pulmonary disease, cancer, etc.).
- Vision in both eyes must be better than 20/40 with best correction
- Due to the potential for nausea with some of the motion stimuli, and to protect fetus and mother, pregnant women will also be excluded from this study
- Since every possible exclusionary factor cannot be predicted, additional exclusion criteria may be required
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years to 89 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Columbus, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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