Using virtual reality to help children with vestibular deficits

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 study explores the use of virtual reality to enhance multisensory integration in children with and without vestibular deficits. By immersing participants in a virtual environment, the study aims to promote visual and proprioceptive compensation for vestibular issues, which are crucial for developing postural control and coordination. The research involves vestibular tests and virtual reality interventions, targeting children aged 7 to 17 years. The goal is to establish a protocol that can improve the quality of life and developmental outcomes for affected children.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Minors aged 7 to 17 years (inclusive)
* Volunteers adult
* Information and consent of holders of parental authority of minors, minors and of adult subjects

Patients :

* Presence of unilateral or bilateral chronic vestibular pathology
* Minor patients followed in consultation at Necker Hospital in the Pediatric ENT department
* Adult patients followed at adult vestibulometry services (Lariboisière and Pitié Salpêtrière Hospitals)

Controls:

* No history of otological surgery and absence of vestibular pathology
* Patients followed in consultation at Necker Hospital, siblings or adult parents

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of an ophthalmological pathology (including refractive errors)
* Presence of neurological pathology including epilepsy or any pathology that can alter mobility and interfere with the performance of tasks

Where it's running

• Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades
  Paris, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Françoise Denoyelle, MD, PhD — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
• Study coordinator: Françoise Denoyelle, MD, PhD
• Email: f.denoyelle@aphp.fr
• Phone: 1 71 39 67 85

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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.