Athletes' eyes may see motion better: study tests dynamic vision in college students
NCT ID NCT05819489
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This study compares dynamic vision—the ability to see clearly while moving—between college athletes and non-athletes, including those with a history of concussion. Participants undergo tests of dynamic visual acuity and gaze stabilization using a computerized system. The goal is to establish baseline reference values and determine if concussion history affects vision scores.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help establish baseline vision scores for athletes, aiding concussion assessment and return-to-play decisions.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study with no treatment, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply beyond college students or specific sports.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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145 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2021
- Finished
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May 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Subjects were eligible to participate if they were currently enrolled DPT students, provided consent to participate, and were able to complete the testing protocol.
- Ages
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Up to 30 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Currently a California State University Northridge student * Provide consent to participate Able to complete the testing protocol. Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to complete entirety of testing protocol. * The subject is unable to attain a minimum of 85 degrees per second of horizontal head rotation when performing the DVA test.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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California State University, Northridge, Jacaranda Hall 1578, 1576, 1574
Northridge, California, 91330-8411, United States
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