Development of a device for measuring facial movement in patients with facial palsy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project focuses on creating a commercial device that provides dynamic indicators of facial movement specifically for evaluating facial paralysis. It utilizes advanced facial recognition technology tailored for Asian facial features, employing time series training and local image tracking to enhance accuracy. The device reconstructs 3D spatial coordinates of facial key points to monitor muscle activity, offering a practical solution for clinicians and patients dealing with facial palsy.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Older than 14 years
2. No history of facial surgery, facial trauma, or scars obscuring the facial features.
3. Able to perform relevant actions according to instructions
4. Willingness to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Unwillingness to participate in the study
2. Unable to co-operate with relevant command actions
3. Obvious trauma, scars, etc. obscuring the facial features
4. Less than 14 years of age

Where it's running

• Peking Union Medical College Hospital
  Beijing, Beijing, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Guodong Feng — Peking Union Medical College Hospital
• Study coordinator: Guodong Feng
• Email: fengguodong2013@163.com
• Phone: 15001275266

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.