Music for Pediatric Glaucoma

Overseen By Katherine O'Neill

Age: < 18

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University

Disqualifiers: Post operative, Non English speaking

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 2

Duration: 2 visits

40 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to determine if listening to music can help children focus better during visual field exams, which test eye health. It specifically targets children who have or might have glaucoma, a condition that can affect vision. Participants will undergo exams both with and without music to assess any differences. Children who are not recovering from eye surgery and speak English may be suitable for this study. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity for children to potentially enhance their exam experience and contribute to valuable research in pediatric eye health.

Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What prior data suggests that the use of music is safe for pediatric glaucoma patients during visual field exams?

Research shows that music is generally safe and well-received in children's health care. Studies have found that music therapy can reduce symptoms without causing major side effects. Although limited information exists on its use for conditions like glaucoma, music is not associated with harmful effects in these cases. Overall, patients typically find music treatments safe and acceptable. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about using music as a treatment for pediatric glaucoma because it introduces a non-invasive and stress-reducing method to potentially improve patient outcomes during visual field exams (VFEs). Unlike traditional treatments that primarily focus on medication or surgery to manage intraocular pressure, this approach aims to enhance the examination experience, making it less intimidating for young patients. By incorporating music, the procedure could become more comfortable, possibly leading to more accurate results and better monitoring of the condition.

What evidence suggests that music is effective for improving attention during visual field exams for pediatric glaucoma patients?

This trial will compare the effects of music on pediatric glaucoma patients during eye tests. Research has shown that music might help children with glaucoma pay better attention during these tests. Some studies have found that music can improve focus and the quality of test results. Participants in this trial will join either the Music Group, listening to music during their initial visual field exam (VFE), or the Non-Music Group, completing the VFE without music first. Music has also been used to lower stress and eye pressure, potentially benefiting glaucoma patients. While more research is needed, early findings suggest that music could be a simple and effective way to make these tests easier and more accurate for young patients. ^{2 3 6 7 8}

Who Is on the Research Team?

Courtney Kraus, MD

Principal Investigator

Johns Hopkins University

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This clinical trial is for children with glaucoma who are undergoing visual field exams. The study aims to include those who can participate in the exam and follow instructions with music playing.

Inclusion Criteria

I have glaucoma or might have it.

Exclusion Criteria

Non English speaking

I have had surgery recently.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants undergo Visual Field Exams (VFE) with and without music over two visits

2 visits

2 visits (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Music

Trial Overview The trial is testing whether playing music during a visual field exam can help pediatric patients with glaucoma pay better attention, potentially leading to more accurate test results.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Non-Music Group (first) Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

This arm will involve the completion of the VFE with no music first, and then they will crossover and complete the arm involving the use of music during the visual field exam.

Group II: Music Group (first) Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

This arm will involve the use of music during their initial VFE, and then they will take part in the non-music group during their second visit.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Johns Hopkins University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

2,366

Recruited

15,160,000+

Citations

1. clinicaltrials.gov clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06971588?lastUpdPost=2020-10-10_

The Role of Music in Enhancing Attention During Visual ... This study aims to determine if music can be used as an intervention to improve attention and quality of results in pediatric glaucoma patients taking visual ...

2. withpower.com withpower.com/trial/music-for-pediatric-glaucoma-43e7c

Music for Pediatric Glaucoma This N/A medical study run by Johns Hopkins University is evaluating whether Music will have tolerable side effects & efficacy for patients with Glaucoma ...

3. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10503321/

Effectiveness of music-based interventions to address well ... The studies reported that music-based intervention strategies improved psychosocial well-being in people with a VI, conclusions could not be drawn.

4. trialx.com trialx.com/clinical-trials/listings/298225/the-role-of-music-in-enhancing-attention-during-visual-field-exams-for-pediatric-glaucoma-patients/?&radius=10&place=All%20Participating%20Sites&user_country=Germany

The Role of Music in Enhancing Attention During Visual ... This study aims to determine if music can be used as an intervention to improve attention and quality of results in pediatric glaucoma patients ...

5. researchgate.net researchgate.net/publication/283543896_Short-term_effects_of_relaxation_music_on_patients_suffering_from_primary_open-angle_glaucoma

Short-term effects of relaxation music on patients suffering ... Meditation, mindfulness, relaxation training, and music have demonstrated effectiveness in stress reduction and IOP reduction [51][52][53][54] [ ...

6. clinicaltrials.gov clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06971588?cond=Glaucoma&page=2&rank=20

The Role of Music in Enhancing Attention During Visual ... It identifies the role of the intervention that participants receive. Types of arms include experimental arm, active comparator arm, placebo comparator arm, ...

7. researchgate.net researchgate.net/publication/312319710_Music_and_Glaucoma

Music and Glaucoma Relaxing music may have a positive impact in these patients, related to a reduction in intraocular pressure or its fluctuations. However, only limited data ...

8. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6473587/

Music Therapy and Other Music-Based Interventions in ... Conclusions: Music therapy can be considered a safe and generally well-accepted intervention in pediatric health care to alleviate symptoms and ...