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VOR Precision Training for Vestibular Disorders
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Research Sponsored by Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Vestibular Schwannoma: rotational testing to assess pre-surgical vestibular function
Vestibular Schwannoma: must have sub-occipital surgical approach with complete sectioning of the vestibular nerve
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline and post-training (1 hour)
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Study Summary
This trial will explore how well the vestibular system works in normal people and in those with damage to the peripheral vestibular system, as well as how the brain can learn to improve signal recognition and precision in noisy environments.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for people with certain inner ear conditions like Vestibular Schwannoma, requiring surgery, or healthy individuals with normal vestibular function and hearing. Participants should not have other ear or neurological diseases (except migraines) and must not be taking medication that affects the vestibular system.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study focuses on 'VOR precision training' to understand how noise impacts the balance system in both healthy subjects and those with vestibular damage. It aims to see if patients can learn to better recognize signals amidst this noise, potentially improving balance.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves non-invasive VOR precision training rather than medication or surgical intervention, side effects are minimal but may include temporary dizziness or discomfort during exercises.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I have undergone tests to check my balance before surgery for a brain tumor.
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I had surgery for a brain tumor where the nerve affecting balance was cut.
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I have normal hearing.
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I have or had a non-cancerous tumor on the nerve used for hearing and balance.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline and post-training (1 hour)
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline and post-training (1 hour)
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Change in measure of inducible dizziness
Change in perceptual thresholds
Change in rapid measure of gait
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Peripheral Vestibular DysfunctionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Patients with unilateral vestibular damage due to monophasic illness such as vestibular neuritis or vestibular schwannoma (VS).
For VS patients, the investigators will test them in three states: pre-op, sub-acute post-op (6 weeks), and chronic post-op (6 months).
Group II: Normal ControlsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
normal control participants - no history of neurologic or inner ear disease
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Massachusetts Eye and Ear InfirmaryLead Sponsor
107 Previous Clinical Trials
12,896 Total Patients Enrolled
3 Trials studying Vestibular Disorder
542 Patients Enrolled for Vestibular Disorder
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- For healthy participants: normal results in a standard test for balance and dizziness.You need to have a hearing test done for each ear if you have a vestibular schwannoma.I have undergone tests to check my balance before surgery for a brain tumor.I have a brain tumor affecting my hearing but no other ear or neurological conditions.For people without any medical conditions, they need to have normal tests for their balance and eye movements.I had surgery for a brain tumor where the nerve affecting balance was cut.I have no history of ear or brain diseases.I have normal hearing.I am not taking any medication for dizziness.I am taking medication for my vestibular schwannoma.I have or had a non-cancerous tumor on the nerve used for hearing and balance.You have a brain MRI showing signs of vestibular schwannoma.You need to have a hearing test for vestibular schwannoma.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Peripheral Vestibular Dysfunction
- Group 2: Normal Controls
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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