Sensory substitution for vision loss
Part of Brain & nervous system, Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests whether a device that converts visual information into sounds or touch can help people with vision loss perform simple visual tasks. It also looks at how the brain changes in response to this training.
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Who can take part
- You are 8 to 85 years old if you are blind, or 18 to 85 if you have normal vision.
- You are blind due to an eye condition (with vision of light perception or worse in both eyes), or you have normal or corrected vision and no known vision disorders.
- You can hear, understand, and sign the consent form.
- You are able to undergo MRI scanning and can walk and stand independently.
- You understand the training and can use the sensory substitution device to complete simple tasks.
- You can communicate with study staff by phone or computer.
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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