Recovery after inner ear decompression sickness in divers
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how divers recover from inner ear decompression sickness (IEDS), a condition that can affect balance and hearing after diving. By tracking recovery, researchers hope to predict and improve outcomes. Healthy volunteers also help create a comparison group.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been admitted to hospital with suspected inner ear decompression sickness (IEDS), OR you have been diagnosed with IEDS in the past 10 years
- You are not medically unstable (e.g., not in intensive care)
- You do not have unstable bone or joint injuries
- Healthy volunteers without balance, nerve, or bone problems are also needed for comparison
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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