Clinical trial for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Official title The Role of Occupational Therapy for Improving Medication Management for Persons With AMD, DR and Glaucoma
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06593405
What this study is testing
What is occupational therapy interventions for low vision care?
This is an investigational one-hour education session being studied to see if it helps people with Age-Related Macular Degeneration manage their medications better.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if these tools reduce medication errors and help people use their remaining vision more effectively.
- Who it's for
- Adults with age‑related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma who can attend a one‑hour occupational therapy session.
- What's involved
- Participants receive one hour of one‑on‑one occupational therapy that teaches them how to use extra lighting, higher contrast, larger print instructions, smart phone apps and organizational strategies for taking their medicines.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts one hour of therapy; no additional visits or long‑term follow‑up are required.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 to 100. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Clients with AMD, DR or Glaucoma
- Clients who choose to participate will allow their deidentified data to be evaluated for outcomes.
You likely can't join if
- Clients with other age related eye diseases other than AMD, DR or Glaucoma.
- Clients who do not wish to participate in this study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Worcester, Massachusetts, 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, but 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, 50 years to 100 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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