New treatment approaches for amblyopia using video games and perceptual learning
Improving Normal and Amblyopic Vision With Video Games and Perceptual Learning
This study is testing whether playing special video games can help improve vision in people with amblyopia, both kids and adults.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 180 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Nova Southeastern University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Fort Lauderdale, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT05522972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates innovative treatment methods for amblyopia, a condition that impairs spatial vision. It focuses on understanding neural plasticity in both adults and children by utilizing psychophysical measures. Participants will engage in visual discrimination tasks or play video games specifically designed for amblyopic vision. The study aims to monitor various visual functions throughout the treatment process to assess the effectiveness of these interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults and children with amblyopia or normal vision who meet specific visual acuity criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with ocular pathological conditions or nystagmus may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve visual acuity and contrast sensitivity in patients with amblyopia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that the adult amblyopic brain retains plasticity, suggesting that similar approaches may have been successful.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * adults and children with normal vision or amblyopia * amblyopia: interocular VA difference of 0.1 logMAR or more Exclusion Criteria: * any ocular pathological conditions, nystagmus
Where this trial is running
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry — Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Roger W Li, OD, PhD — Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
- Study coordinator: Roger W Li, OD, PhD
- Email: wli@nova.edu
- Phone: 954-262-1436
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.