Actively Recruiting
Development of a Multi-sensory Rehabilitation Program for People With Ultra Low Vision
Led by State University of New York College of Optometry · Updated on 2025-12-11
36
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
25 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are exploring a new multisensory rehabilitation approach for people with profound visual impairment, particularly those with ultra low vision. This study aims to fill gaps in current vision rehabilitation methods after treatments for end-stage eye diseases, aiming to improve functional abilities and quality of life for participants. The trial is interventional and evaluates two types of training programs designed to enhance sensory integration and residual vision use. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two training programs. One group receives Visual Information Training focused on improving the use of remaining vision to support daily activities. The other group undergoes Multimodal Training that teaches how to combine information from multiple senses to boost functional performance. Both trainings are behavioral interventions delivered during the study. Throughout the study, participants will be assessed at the start, and then after 1, 3, and 6 months to measure changes in visual ability, hand-eye coordination, and hearing ability. These assessments help track how well the training supports sensory function and overall visual performance. The study runs until July 2026, with ongoing evaluations to understand the impact of these rehabilitation strategies.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Development of a Multi-sensory Rehabilitation Program for People With Ultra Low Vision
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- People with ultra low vision (visual acuity 20/1600)
You will not qualify if you...
- Younger than 12 years of age
- Dependent on sighted guide
- Cognitive impairment
AI-Screening
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 6 months
Participants receive training to improve their use of residual vision and sensory integration to enhance functional performance.
Visits at baseline, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
SUNY College of Optometry
New York, New York, United States, 10036
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
A
Arathy Kartha, PhD
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
CROSSOVER
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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