Clinical trial for Visual Field Defect
Official title Vision Improvement Through Behavioral Rehabilitation And Neuroplasticity Training
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07105358
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study looks at whether transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS, a type of non‑invasive brain stimulation) combined with perceptual learning training can help improve visual field loss.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have homonymous hemianopia, a visual field loss caused by damage to the brain’s visual pathways.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive brain stimulation and visual training sessions, and will have visits to complete tests that measure their vision.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several weeks and involves multiple visits for stimulation, training, and vision assessments.
This is a blinded study.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- A. Stroke, brain tumor, or traumatic brain injury patients
- At least 18 years of age.
- Capable of providing informed consent and complying with study procedures.
- Unilateral or bilateral focal brain damage causing loss of vision.
- At least three months post-stroke or traumatic brain injury, or a stable brain tumor within the past year.
You likely can't join if
- Severe CNS diseases or disorders unrelated to the focal lesion, which could interfere with study results.
- Severe mental health challenges that could interfere with study results, or current or recent (within the past 6 months) drug or alcohol abuse or...
- At least 18 years of age.
- Any CNS diseases or psychiatric disorders (e.g., epilepsy, schizophrenia) that would interfere with study results.
- Previous head injury.
- Present or past (within past 6 months) drug or alcohol abuse or addiction based on DSM-5.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 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?
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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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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