Use of a Vibrotactile Balance Belt System for Vestibular Rehabilitation in the Pediatric Population
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing a special vibrating belt to help children with balance problems. The belt gives gentle vibrations to guide their movements during exercises. Researchers want to see if this belt helps more than regular balance exercises alone.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the Vestibular Rehabilitation/Balance Belt treatment safe for humans?
How does this treatment differ from other treatments for vestibular dysfunction?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jacob R Brodsky, MD
Principal Investigator
Boston Children's Hospital
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo weekly vestibular rehabilitation sessions for 3 months, with experimental subjects also using the vibrotactile balance belt
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Vestibular Rehabilitation/Balance Belt
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Boston Children's Hospital
Lead Sponsor