Understanding balance issues in children with congenital vestibular disorders
The Peripheral Vestibular System in Congenital Vestibular Disorders
This study looks at how problems with the inner ear can affect balance and movement in children, using chick embryos to understand how these issues happen, so we can learn more about helping kids who struggle with balance.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11061373 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how congenital vestibular disorders affect balance and motor development in children. It focuses on the inner ear's structure and its connection to the brain, particularly how abnormalities in the inner ear can lead to difficulties in maintaining balance. By using a chick embryo model, researchers aim to explore the neural circuitry involved in these disorders and how it may be altered due to congenital malformations. The findings could provide insights into the underlying mechanisms of balance issues in affected children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with congenital vestibular disorders who experience balance and motor development challenges.
Not a fit: Patients without congenital vestibular disorders or those whose balance issues stem from other causes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment strategies for children with balance problems due to congenital vestibular disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach using a chick embryo model is novel, similar studies have shown promise in understanding vestibular disorders and their impact on balance.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- George Washington University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Peusner, Kenna D — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Peusner, Kenna D
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.