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Subthreshold Vestibular Stimulation as a Strategy for Rehabilitation
NCT06732440 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The nervous system responds to changes in external or internal conditions by altering the behavior of neurons through multiple forms of neural plasticity. A specific form of plasticity, "homeostatic plasticity", stabilizes neural activity by driving the excitability of neurons toward a "set-point" level of activity. Over the last six years, new data have come to light showing that the vestibular system also possess a robust capacity to modulate sensitivity to self-motion cues in response to prolonged periods of motion. Collectively, these studies have demonstrated a capacity to use motion perturbations (i.e., low, or high levels of vestibular stimulation) to dynamically adjust the sensitivity of the vestibular system on both the single neuron and behavioral levels. The ability to use subthreshold motion stimuli to drive plasticity in the vestibular system motivates this study. The investigators aim to determine the impact of subthreshold motion on (a) balance performance and (b) balance training in individuals with peripheral vestibular hypofunction.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Subthreshold Vestibular Conditioning
- BEHAVIORAL Balance Training
- OTHER Balance Training Plus Subthreshold Conditioning
Study Locations (1)
Nebraska
- Creighton University — Omaha
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 48 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06732440
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06732440 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 48 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Creighton University, which has 73 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 4 conditions, with Healthy Controls appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which Subthreshold Vestibular Conditioning is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06732440 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Nebraska. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06732440 about?
NCT06732440 is a clinical study titled "Subthreshold Vestibular Stimulation as a Strategy for Rehabilitation". The nervous system responds to changes in external or internal conditions by altering the behavior of neurons through multiple forms of neural plasticity. A specific form of plasticity, "homeostatic plasticity", stabilizes neural activity by driving the excitability of neurons toward a "set-point" l...
What is the current status of trial NCT06732440?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 48 participants. The study started on 2026-02-09. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT06732440 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Healthy Controls, Bilateral Vestibular Hypofunction, Vestibular Hypofunction, Presbyvestibulopathy. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06732440?
The interventions under investigation include: Subthreshold Vestibular Conditioning (BEHAVIORAL), Balance Training (BEHAVIORAL), Balance Training Plus Subthreshold Conditioning (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06732440?
This trial is sponsored by Creighton University, which has 73 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06732440 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Nebraska. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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