Using the Dynavision Device to Help Improve Spatial Awareness After Brain Injury
The Effectiveness of the Dynavision D2 to Improve Left Neglect in Adults With Brain Injury: A Randomized Control Trial
This study is testing if using a special device called Dynavision can help adults with brain injuries, like strokes, improve their awareness of space and reduce their left-side neglect.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Queen's University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kingston, Ontario) |
| Trial ID | NCT05506241 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Dynavision D2 device in enhancing spatial awareness and reducing left neglect in adults who have suffered a brain injury, specifically stroke. The study will employ a randomized control trial design at Providence Care Hospital in Kingston, Ontario, where participants will be assigned to either a control group receiving standard occupational therapy or an intervention group receiving additional Dynavision sessions. The severity of neglect will be assessed using the Catherine Bergego Scale at multiple time points throughout the treatment period. Participants will be monitored for changes in their ability to perform activities of daily living as a result of the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults who are inpatients on stroke or acute brain injury services and exhibit moderate to severe left neglect.
Not a fit: Patients who do not exhibit moderate to severe neglect or are not medically stable may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the quality of life for patients with left neglect by enhancing their spatial awareness and ability to perform daily activities.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies using visual scanning training have shown promise in improving neglect symptoms, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Inpatient on stroke or acute brain injury service * Medically stable * Moderate-to-severe neglect, as determined by the Catherine Bergego Scale * Motivated to participate in daily therapy * Can physically and cognitively tolerate up to three hours of daily therapy from Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Speech Therapy Exclusion Criteria: * N/A
Where this trial is running
Kingston, Ontario
- Providence Care Hospital — Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Teresa Broers, OT
- Email: broerst@providencecare.ca
- Phone: 613-544-4900
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.