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New treatment option for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Patients
Official title Effect of Fixation Training With Colored Light Targets on Traumatic Brain Injury-Associated Photophobia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07606300
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Many people develop intolerance to light after a head injury, leading to ambient light levels causing discomfort. We do not fully understand why this occurs and how it should be treated.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- 18 to 80 years old and people able to consent for themselves
- Completion of first session in entirety (participants who cannot complete the entire first visit will be considered as a screen fail)
- Best-corrected visual acuity of at least 20/32 in both the right and left eyes, and 20/25 using both eyes
- Prior head injury with current photophobia - A mild or moderate TBI occurring at least 3 months prior to visit, verified by a score of 2, 3 or 4 on...
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy - based on self-report
- Previous history of neurodegenerative disease (e.g. Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, seizures)
- History of pathology of the retina and optic nerve (includes retinal tears, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration, optic nerve atrophy)
- Currently on cholinergic medications, which affect pupil responses
- Prior participation in fixation training sessions within the past 2 years
- Experiencing a migraine during visit
See the full eligibility criteria
- 18 to 80 years old and people able to consent for themselves
- Completion of first session in entirety (participants who cannot complete the entire first visit will be considered as a screen fail)
- Best-corrected visual acuity of at least 20/32 in both the right and left eyes, and 20/25 using both eyes
- Prior head injury with current photophobia - A mild or moderate TBI occurring at least 3 months prior to visit, verified by a score of 2, 3 or 4 on OSU-TBI survey, and participant reports having experienced greater...
- Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy - based on self-report
- Previous history of neurodegenerative disease (e.g. Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, seizures)
- History of pathology of the retina and optic nerve (includes retinal tears, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration, optic nerve atrophy)
- Currently on cholinergic medications, which affect pupil responses
- Prior participation in fixation training sessions within the past 2 years
- Experiencing a migraine during visit
- Prior history of severe TBI (score of 5 or 6 on OSU-TBI survey)
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, 18 years to 80 years. 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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