Prism glasses could help half-blind patients spot dangers

NCT ID NCT04827147

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests two types of high-power prism glasses designed to expand the field of view for people with homonymous hemianopia, a condition where the same half of vision is missing in both eyes. About 64 participants will use the glasses while walking in a virtual reality simulation to see if they can better detect approaching hazards from their blind side. The goal is to improve safety and independence in daily life.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hemianopsia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Illinois College of Optometry

    Chicago, Illinois, 60616, United States

  • New England College of Optometry

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

  • Schepens Eye Research Institute

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

  • The Eye and Vision Center at MCPHS

    Worcester, Massachusetts, 01608, United States

  • UAB Center for Low Vision Rehabilitation, Callahan Eye Hospital

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

  • UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center

    Denver, Colorado, 80045, United States

  • UMass Chan Medical School

    Worcester, Massachusetts, 01655, United States

  • Visual Health and Surgical Center

    Palm Springs, Florida, 33461, United States