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Goggles that block sight may boost balance training

NCT ID NCT06804512

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether wearing goggles that briefly block vision can improve balance training. Participants aged 18-30 or 65-89 will walk on a balance beam while the goggles alternate between clear and occluded vision. Balance is measured before, after, and two weeks later. The goal is to see if this simple device can enhance balance and potentially reduce fall risk.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Visual Occlusion Goggles (device) and Balance Beam Walking (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward better balance training methods to reduce falls in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase study with only two short sessions and a two-week follow-up. The results may not apply to real-world balance or fall risk.

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Study facts

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Phase

Early phase 1

The earliest testing in people: a first look at safety, in a very small group.

Participants

About 540 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2024

Expected to finish

Feb 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 89 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 18-30 years, or 65-89 years. * Ability to walk independently for 10 minutes continuously. * Willingness to be randomized to any experimental group and to participate in all aspects of study assessment and intervention Exclusion Criteria: -Major cognitive disorder that interferes with independence, based on affirmative response (always/usually/sometimes) to the following question: "As a result of confusion or memory loss, how often do you need assistance with day-to-day activities such as cooking, cleaning, taking medications, driving, or paying bills? Would you say it is 1) Always; 2) Usually; 3) Sometimes; 4) Rarely; or 5) Never". * Current or recent (within 6 months) lower limb musculoskeletal injury that causes pain during walking or limits walking ability. * History of neurological injury or disability (including spinal cord injury, stroke, Parkinson's disease, or multiple sclerosis). * Difficulty communicating with study personnel. * Current enrollment in any other clinical trial. * Low vision that cannot be corrected by wearing contact lens. Low vision will be operationally defined as visual acuity less than 20/70 on standard eye chart, or difficulty perform complex walking tasks due to visual conditions affecting accurate navigation around and over obstacles (self-reported or observed by examiner). The goggles to be used in the study do not permit eyeglasses while using them. * Illiterate or non-English speaking, due to the likelihood of difficulties following protocol instructions.

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Locations

  • The University of Florida

    RECRUITING

    Gainesville, Florida, 32611, United States

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