Traumatic Brain Injuries study: Virtual Reality vs Standard Psychotherapy
Official title Rehabilitation Through Virtual Immersion & Integrated Exposure for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (ReVIVE for mTBI)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07890337
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary goal of this study is to look at the effectiveness of an integrated therapeutic model - combining VR and standard psychotherapy in improving executive function and hyperarousal adults impacted with mTBI.
- 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 18 to 55
You may be able to join if
- History of one or more concussions.
- Presence of mild-to-moderate PTSD symptoms, defined as a score between 20 and 44 on the Davidson Trauma Scale (DTS), indicating clinically relevant...
- Prior or ongoing therapy, defined as current or recent (within the last 3 months) engagement in standard care treatments such as psychiatric...
- Prior U.S military service (any duration and any branch) is required for eligibility.
You likely can't join if
- Age over 55 to reduce confounding effects of age-related neurodegeneration and cognitive decline.
- Diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder).
- Active substance abuse.
- Presence of unrelated neurological conditions such as epilepsy, stroke, seizure disorders, or neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's...
- Significant cognitive impairment, assessed by standardized cognitive screening, which would interfere with the ability to participate fully in VR and...
- Physical impairments that would prevent safe engagement in VR and therapy.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Baltimore, Maryland, 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 to 55 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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