Study of Electrical Stimulation Using a Headband Device to Treat Optic Nerve Diseases and Open-Angle Glaucoma

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of long-term electrical stimulation using a home-based device for treating open-angle glaucoma, a condition where the optic nerve deteriorates faster than usual regardless of eye pressure. This open-label study focuses on patients who are safe to participate but do not meet the exact criteria for a randomized trial. The goal is to understand how repetitive transorbital alternating current stimulation rtACS affects optic neuropathies. Participants will receive active electrical stimulation treatment every other day for eight weeks using a headband device that delivers current to the retina. This treatment period is part of a study designed to monitor changes over time in the visual field and other eye health markers using specialized tests and imaging. Throughout the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including visual field tests Humphrey Visual Field Index and Mean Deviation, optical coherence tomography for retinal layers, visual acuity tests, and various imaging techniques to evaluate retinal and optic nerve health. These evaluations occur from baseline through six months. The study includes monitoring for safety and effectiveness, with participants involved in scheduled visits and follow-ups to track their progress and any changes in vision.

Electrical Stimulation for the Treatment of Optic Neuropathies