Finding better treatments for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome
Developing robust treatment options for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome
This study is looking for ways to help people with Mal de Débarquement Syndrome, a condition that makes you feel like you're still rocking or swaying after being on a boat or other moving vehicle, by trying out a new treatment that uses special head movements and visual tricks to help your balance feel normal again.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11097148 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS), a chronic balance disorder that often follows prolonged passive motion. Patients experience persistent sensations of rocking or swaying, which can severely impact their daily lives. The research aims to develop effective treatment options by utilizing a novel approach that involves physiological readaptation of the vestibulo-ocular reflex. This treatment is administered in a specialized setting, where patients undergo head maneuvers while experiencing visual stimulation to help recalibrate their sense of motion.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Mal de Débarquement Syndrome, particularly those experiencing persistent balance issues after exposure to motion.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Mal de Débarquement Syndrome or those whose symptoms are not related to balance disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from the debilitating symptoms of MdDS.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar treatment approaches for balance disorders, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yakushin, Sergei — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Yakushin, Sergei
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.