SENSATION DISORDERS

This study tests an experimental drug called sepofarsen in people with a rare genetic eye disease (LCA10) that causes severe vision loss from childhood. The drug is injected into one eye, while the other eye gets a placebo, to see if it can improve vision safely. About 32 partici…

This study tests a device that electrically stimulates the balance nerve to help people with severe, long-term dizziness and unsteadiness. Researchers will implant the device in up to 8 adults aged 22-90 whose balance problems did not improve with standard therapy. The goal is to…

This study tests a device that electrically stimulates the balance nerve to help older adults (ages 65-90) who suffer from chronic imbalance, unsteady walking, and blurry vision due to inner-ear balance loss. The implant aims to improve stability and quality of life. Fifteen part…

This study follows 32 adults with severe balance disorders caused by inner ear damage, including from certain antibiotics. Participants have already received a vestibular implant, a device that electrically stimulates the balance nerve. Researchers will measure improvements in wa…

This study looks at how hand sensation (like touch and vibration) affects daily activities in children with cerebral palsy aged 6 to 15. Researchers will compare 12 children with cerebral palsy to 12 typically developing children using simple tests and parent questionnaires. The …