Understanding and treating balance issues related to inner ear damage
Neurobiology and Behavioral Consequences of Peripheral Vestibular Synaptopathy andRehabilitation
This study is looking at how balance problems caused by peripheral vestibular hypofunction, often seen in veterans with traumatic brain injuries, affect everyday activities, and it aims to find better ways to help people improve their balance and treatment options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001090 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates peripheral vestibular hypofunction, a condition that affects balance and is often linked to traumatic brain injuries, particularly in veterans. The study aims to understand how this condition manifests in behaviors related to balance and whether it is connected to damage in the vestibular hair cells. By exploring rehabilitation strategies, the research seeks to improve treatment options for those affected. The findings could lead to better diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for individuals suffering from balance disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include veterans and service personnel experiencing balance problems due to vestibular hypofunction.
Not a fit: Patients with balance issues not related to vestibular hypofunction or those without a history of traumatic brain injury may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies for patients with balance issues, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding cochlear hypofunction, but studies specifically targeting vestibular hypofunction are still emerging.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoffman, Larry F — VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Hoffman, Larry F
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.