Improving balance and reducing dizziness in older adults with vestibular issues
Making INformed Decisions in Gaze and Postural Stability (MINDGAPS): A Novel System for Improving Personalized Care and Patient Adherence in Vestibular Rehabilitation
This study is testing a new system that uses wearable sensors to help older adults with balance problems and dizziness feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Montana Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Missoula, Montana) |
| Trial ID | NCT05391932 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot feasibility study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the MINDGAPS system, a novel intervention designed to enhance vestibular function and alleviate dizziness in older adults experiencing vestibular hypofunction. The study will assess the safety, feasibility, and acceptability of this system, which utilizes wearable sensor technology for precise measurement of gaze and postural stability. By addressing barriers to adherence and monitoring in vestibular rehabilitation, this research seeks to personalize treatment and improve patient outcomes. The findings will inform future large-scale investigations.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are community-dwelling older adults who report issues with dizziness or imbalance and have been diagnosed with peripheral vestibular hypofunction.
Not a fit: Patients with cervical spine disorders, oculomotor palsy, or centrally mediated vestibular dysfunction may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved balance and reduced risk of falls for older adults suffering from vestibular hypofunction.
How similar studies have performed: While vestibular rehabilitation has shown efficacy in controlled trials, this specific approach utilizing wearable technology is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Reports issues with dizziness or imbalance * Ability to stand independently * Presence of peripheral vestibular hypofunction as indicated by examination with video nystagmography, video head impulse testing, or dynamic visual acuity testing. Exclusion Criteria: * cervical spine disorders * vertebral or carotid artery dissection * blindness * peripheral or central oculomotor palsy * centrally mediated vestibular dysfunction
Where this trial is running
Missoula, Montana
- University of Montana — Missoula, Montana, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Brian J Loyd, PhD
- Email: Brian.loyd@umontana.edu
- Phone: 406-243-4015
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.