Evaluating driving abilities in high-risk elderly drivers using a VR simulator
Driving Ability Evaluation System to Improve the Conditional Driving License System: Feasibility Study of High-risk Drivers.
NA · Seoul National University Hospital · NCT06290037
This study is testing a virtual reality driving simulator to see if it can help high-risk elderly drivers understand their driving abilities and improve their safety on the road.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Seoul National University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Seoul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06290037 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the safety and validity of a virtual reality (VR) driving simulator designed to evaluate the driving abilities of elderly drivers, particularly those considered high-risk due to cognitive or physical impairments. It will measure various factors such as physical driving function, general physical function, and cognitive function to establish correlations with the simulator's results. By utilizing VR technology, the study seeks to provide an objective assessment of driving skills, which can help inform drivers about their capabilities and encourage safety training. This innovative approach aims to overcome the limitations of traditional evaluations conducted at licensing centers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals over the age of 65 who are currently driving and can understand and follow instructions.
Not a fit: Patients with severe medical conditions that restrict their ability to participate in the simulator or those who cannot provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the safety of elderly drivers by providing a reliable assessment of their driving abilities and encouraging necessary training.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of VR technology for driving assessments is relatively novel, similar studies have shown promise in evaluating driving abilities in various populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals over the age of 65 who are currently driving. * Individuals capable of understanding and following the researcher's instructions. * Individuals who can understand the purpose of the research and have consented to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Those who have not signed the consent form. * Individuals with a history of severe dizziness or epilepsy. * Patients with restrictions on sitting in a wheelchair or chair for more than 30 minutes. * Patients with severe shoulder pain. * Patients whose range of motion in major joints is restricted by more than 50%. * Pregnant women. * Patients with pressure sores. * Patients with limitations on simulator use due to heterotopic ossification. * Patients with acute fractures. * Other patients for whom participation in the study is expected difficult.
Where this trial is running
Seoul
- Seoul National University Hospital — Seoul, Korea, Republic of (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ja-Ho Leigh
- Email: magican1@snu.ac.kr
- Phone: +82-31-580-5650
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Automobile Driving