Virtual reality and brain training for functional movement symptoms
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new rehabilitation approach that combines virtual reality (a computer-simulated environment) with brain-computer interface technology (which reads your brain signals) to help people with functional neurological disorder. The goal is to see if this training can improve movement and daily functioning.
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Who can take part
- You have a diagnosis of functional neurological disorder from a doctor, such as limb weakness, trouble walking, tremors, or muscle spasms.
- Your symptoms are moderate to severe, meaning they noticeably affect your daily life.
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You can speak English.
- You do not have certain other conditions like epilepsy, severe depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, or a personality disorder.
- You do not have a pacemaker, metal implant, or other implanted electronic device, and you are not currently pregnant.
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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