Using virtual reality to help patients recover after vestibular schwannoma surgery
Is 3D Optokinetic Stimulation in Virtual Reality Space an Efficient Tool for Improvement of Central Compensation in Patients After Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery?
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help patients recover better after surgery for vestibular schwannoma compared to regular rehab.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Charles University, Czech Republic Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Prague) |
| Trial ID | NCT05578560 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of virtual reality in rehabilitation for patients recovering from vestibular schwannoma surgery. It involves a prospective randomized design where patients are divided into groups receiving either virtual reality training or standard rehabilitation. Patients will undergo various assessments before and after surgery to evaluate their vestibular function and quality of life. The goal is to enhance recovery by supporting the central compensation process following acute vestibular loss.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients scheduled for vestibular schwannoma resection who meet the inclusion criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with eye disorders, oculomotor disorders, or nerve palsies other than cranial nerves VIII and VII may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve recovery outcomes and quality of life for patients after vestibular schwannoma surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of virtual reality in rehabilitation is gaining interest, this specific application for vestibular schwannoma recovery is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Vestibular Schwannoma appropriate to surgical resection Exclusion Criteria: * Eye disorder * Oculomotor disorder in patient history * Nerve palsy other than n. VIII, n. VII.
Where this trial is running
Prague
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, 1st Faculty of Medicine Charles University and Motol University Hospital, Postgraduate Medical School — Prague, Czechia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Markéta Bonaventurová — Department of ENT and Head and Neck Surgery, Charles University in Prague and Motol University Hospital
- Study coordinator: Marketa Bonaventurova
- Email: bonaventurova.m@seznam.cz
- Phone: +420722983690
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.