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NCT04479761 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Sensory Integration of Auditory and Visual Cues in Diverse Contexts
A NA study, sponsored by New York University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 107
- Enrollment target
NCT04479761 is a NA study that has completed, run by New York University. The registered enrollment target is 107 participants.
The verdict
NCT04479761, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by New York University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 107 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
More than 1/3 of adults in the United States seek medical attention for vestibular disorders and hearing loss; disorders that can triple one's fall risk and have a profound effect on one's participation in activities of daily living. Hearing loss has been shown to reduce balance performance and could be one modifiable risk factor for falls. Patients with vestibular hypofunction tend to avoid busy, hectic, visually complex, and loud environments because these environments provoke dizziness and imbalance. While the visual impact on balance is well known, less is known about the importance of sounds. In search for a possible mechanism to explain a relationship between hearing and balance control, some studies suggested that sounds may serve as an auditory anchor, providing spatial cues for balance, similar to vision. However, the majority of these studies tested healthy adults' response to sounds with blocked visuals. It is also possible that a relationship between hearing loss and balance problems is navigated via an undetected vestibular deficit. By understanding the role of auditory input in balance control, falls may be prevented in people with vestibular disorders and hearing loss. Therefore, there is a critical need for a systematic investigation of balance performance in response to simultaneous visual and auditory perturbations, similar to real-life situations. To answer this need, the investigators used recent advances in virtual reality technology and developed a Head Mounted Display (HMD) protocol of immersive environments, combining specific manipulations of visuals and sounds, including generated sounds (i.e., white noise) and real-world recorded sounds (e.g., a train approaching a station). This research will answer the following questions: (1) Are sounds used for balance and if yes, via what mechanism? (2) Do individuals with single-sided hearing loss have a balance problem even without any vestibular issues? (3) Are those with vestibular loss destabili
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Visual and Auditory Cues
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 107 participants |
| Start Date | 2021-09-15 |
| Est. Completion | 2024-12-30 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04479761
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04479761 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 107 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is New York University, which has 83 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Visual and Auditory Cues is the first listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04479761 about?
NCT04479761 is a clinical study titled "Sensory Integration of Auditory and Visual Cues in Diverse Contexts". More than 1/3 of adults in the United States seek medical attention for vestibular disorders and hearing loss; disorders that can triple one's fall risk and have a profound effect on one's participation in activities of daily living. Hearing loss has been shown to reduce balance performance and coul...
What is the current status of trial NCT04479761?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 107 participants. The study started on 2021-09-15. Estimated completion is 2024-12-30.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04479761?
The interventions under investigation include: Visual and Auditory Cues (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04479761?
This trial is sponsored by New York University, which has 83 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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