Anxiety and Fear study: Deep Brain Stimulation
Official title K08 VR Fear Conditioning
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07216222
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is looking at how your brain and body react to fear in a virtual world. It also checks how a brain device changes these reactions.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have epilepsy and already have a brain-stimulating device called an RNS.
- What's involved
- You would wear a virtual reality headset to see different scenes and sounds. The team would measure your brain activity, heart rate, and sweat. You would also get safe, mild electrical pulses from your device.
- Time commitment
- You would attend one or more sessions, and each one would last about three to four hours.
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 70. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Male
- Female
- Between 18 and 70 years of age
- Adequate visual and auditory acuity to allow neuropsychological testing
- Have undergone surgical placement of NeuroPace RNS System for the treatment of epilepsy or post-traumatic stress disorder
You likely can't join if
- \- History of traumatic brain injury
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, 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, 18 years to 70 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 Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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