Noninvasive Brain Stimulation in Adult Amblyopia

Launched by MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY · Nov 27, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new treatment for adults with amblyopia, which is often called "lazy eye." The researchers want to see if a method called non-invasive brain stimulation can help improve vision by making changes in the brain's visual area. They will look at how this treatment affects different visual skills and whether the effects last after several sessions. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will receive the real stimulation, while the other will get a fake version that doesn’t have any active effect.

To join the study, participants need to be between 18 and 55 years old and have a formal diagnosis of amblyopia. However, people with certain medical conditions or who have specific implants like pacemakers cannot participate. If you decide to take part, you can expect to undergo testing on various aspects of your vision before and after the treatment sessions. This study aims to find out if this new approach can really help improve vision in adults with amblyopia.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adults between 18 and 55 years of age
• • Formal diagnosis of amblyopia in one or both eyes of any etiology
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • History of optic nerve disease, including glaucoma and optic neuritis
• • History of neurological conditions, including demyelinating disease or stroke
• • Presence of metal or electronic implants in or on the body, including pacemakers
• • Taking medications that can affect normal neurological function, including antipsychotics, antiepileptics, and opioids