Brain zaps may boost mobility in visually impaired

NCT ID NCT07341763

First seen Jan 17, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This small pilot study tests whether a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation can temporarily improve orientation and mobility in adults with tunnel vision from conditions like retinitis pigmentosa or glaucoma. Twenty participants will complete an obstacle course after receiving either real or sham stimulation. The goal is to see if walking speed and obstacle detection improve, paving the way for a larger trial.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Waterloo, School of Optometry and Vision Science

    Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1, Canada

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