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Photobiomodulation to Improve Cognition in TBI, With fMRI

This study has public registry information. It focuses on PTSD and currently lists study information in the United States.

PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, ...BehavioralFrom 18 Years to 65 Years
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In plain English

Key information made simple

What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether imaging scans may be useful for adults experiencing ptsd.

What would participation involve?

Participants may complete imaging scans, complete questionnaires or follow-up assessments, attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group. The registry lists locations in the United States.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with ptsd.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record does not clearly describe the visit format, so the practical details are best checked directly in the source. Participation appears to involve study activities and follow-up chosen by the research team. The main fit and exclusions are best confirmed in the eligibility section of the official record. The phase details are not clearly stated here.

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Study start dateStarted: August 7, 2019
Recruitment status
Unknown
Estimated enrollment
20
Sponsor
Boston VA Research Institute, Inc.
Sponsor type
Research institute
Study type
Behavioral
Intervention type
DEVICE
Study phase
EARLY PHASE1Usually an early study focused on safety, tolerability, dosage, and side effects.
Locations
United States
Age range
From 18 Years to 65 Years
Official registry ID
NCT04230577
Official title
Transcranial Photobiomodulation to Improve Cognition in TBI, With Pre-/Post- fMRI Scans: A Pilot, Sham-Controlled Study
Official source
Official registry link

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In practice

For you

Taking part may help test a support approach in real life.

It requires regular follow-up, often through questionnaires or interviews.

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

Based on the public registry summary, this study is trying to understand: The purpose of this small, research study is to examine effectiveness of an at-home application of an experimental intervention, on thinking and memory in mild-moderate, closed-head, traumatic brain injury cases. The experimental intervention is light-emitting diode (LED). The study team can confirm the exact objective and what it means for you.

What is a behavioral study?

This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving Real LED Intervention, Sham LED Intervention. The listed phase is EARLY PHASE1. Ask the study team what that means in practice for safety, monitoring, and criteria.

Do I need to want to stop or reduce tobacco use to participate?

The public registry appears to mention tobacco, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, or another addiction-related topic. Ask the study team whether you need to want to stop, reduce, already be abstinent, or simply meet use-related criteria. Eligibility must be confirmed by the study team.

What would I likely need to do?

You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?

Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.

Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

Who is behind this study?

This study is sponsored by Boston VA Research Institute, Inc., which appears to be a research institute. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

Can I still join this study?

The recruitment status is not clearly listed. Check the official registry or contact the study team. The registry lists an estimated enrollment of 20 participants.

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