Alexia
MONDO:0001712A receptive visual aphasia characterized by the loss of a previously possessed ability to comprehend the meaning or significance of handwritten words, despite intact vision. This condition may be associated with posterior cerebral artery infarction (infarction, posterior cerebral artery) and other brain diseases.
Also known as: Blindnesses, acquired Word, Word Blindnesses, acquired, Word blindness, acquired, acquired Word Blindnesses, acquired Word blindness, acquired alexia, acquired dyslexia, acquired global dyslexia
16 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Virtual city simulator trains blind individuals to dodge Real-World hazards
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a smart computer simulation (digital twin) of Saudi streets to train visually impaired people on safe navigation. Participants use 3D audio and a vibrating vest to learn to avoid obstacles. The goal is to see if this high-tech training reduces real-world collisio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Salman Center for Disability Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a catchy tune help visually impaired kids brush better?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a sing-along song can help visually impaired individuals aged 6 to 20 learn to brush their teeth better. Forty participants in Nepal were split into two groups: one received standard audio-tactile instruction, and the other heard a song with the same ins…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Brain zaps reveal how dyslexic teens learn new words
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS to temporarily quiet a part of the brain involved in language processing. Researchers then tested how well 42 older youth with dyslexia learned and remembered made-up spoken words. The goal was to understand th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgia State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC